St. John’s University
Discover New York 1000C - Course Syllabus - New York at War
Prof. P. Charles Livermore - Office: Library (St. Augustine Hall) Room 405d
email: livermop@stjohns.edu - Office: 718 990 5330 --- Cell: 917 863 9011
eReserve Password: helsinki9
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
New York City has been involved, one way or another, with all the wars in which the United States has been involved and,
some in which the United States was not involved. You will study the causes of these wars, New York City’s involvement,
and the effect these wars had on the growth of the city, and how its citizens were affected. You will explore and become
familiar with landmarks in the city related to these wars.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
At the conclusion of the course student will be expected to:
1. understanding of how NYC became the city it is
2. know and understand the causes of the various wars influencing NYC
3. be able to discuss the direct and indirect consequences of war on NYC
4. know the major dates and individuals involved in these wars
TEACHING METHODOLOGY
This is an in-person class. In addition to lectures you will be expected to contribute to class discussions based upon the
information provided in the lectures, information you learn from the assigned readings and the assigned field trips.
New York City contains a great deal of public art which celebrates individuals and groups who participated in the many wars
which affected New York. You are to prepare two oral reports to be presented to the class on the public art you have
selected. See PUBLIC ART PROJECT for more detail.
Quizes will be an important part of this class. Each class will begin with a quiz which will last ten minutes. Class begins at
1:50pm - the quiz will be collected at 2:05pm
EXPECTATIONS
1.
Microsoft Word
Students are expected to have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word. It is installed on all computers distributed
to students. You are expected to know how to create a Word document and send it as an attachment to an email.
2.
eMail
Students are expected to check their St. John’s email mail box at least once a day and understand how to use their
St. John’s email to attach Word documents.
3.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to abide by the University’s Honor Pledge to be found at:
http://www.stjohns.edu/campus/handbook/chapter6/requirements
4.
Response Times
I will respond to all emails sent via the St. John’s email system within 24 hours (unless I otherwise indicate in
advance). I expect students to repond to my emails within 24 hours.
5.
Powerpoint – see the section on ORAL PRESENTATION under INDIVIDUAL FIELD TRIPS
I will return all written assignments within one week of their submission. Students are expected to abide by
assignment dates. If you are unable to complete an assignment on time for reasons of an emergency please discuss
the matter with me as soon as possible. Late assignments will suffer a 10% immediate penalty with a maximum
penalty of 20% depending on how late the assignment is submitted.
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GRADING
Quizzes: 15 points
Midterm: 10 points
Academic Service Learning: 5 points
Writing Assignments: 25 points
Research Assignment: 20 points
Oral Presentation: 15 points
Field Trips: 5 points
Learning Community Events: 5 point
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
READING ASSIGNMENTS
Reading assignments are placed on either Print Reserves or eReserves.
The password for eReserves is: helsinki9 (case sensitive)
FIELD TRIPS
AS A GROUP
Two groups tours will be arranged on two Saturdays in October or November. If you are unable to attend these
tours alternative assignments are available.
Brooklyn Navy Yard:
http://www.thirteen.org/thecityconcealed/2009/01/26/inside-the-brooklyn-navy-yard/
Travel Information:
http://brooklynnavyyard.org/the-navy-yard/visitor-informationcafe/
Governors Island: http://www.nps.gov/gois/historyculture/index.htm
Within eight (8) days of each field trip you are to submit a one (1) to two(2) page summary of what you considered
the most important feature of the field trip and how it related to any of the wars involved.
INDIVIDUAL FIELD TRIPS
Two field trips you will arrange on your own. A wide range of scultptures, buildings were built either to
commemorate an event or person involved in the wars we have discussed. The the following library book can
guide you for your individual tour.
Monuments and masterpieces : histories and views of public sculpture in New York City / by Reynolds,
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Donald M. NA9350.N5 R49 1988. This book is on Reserve (Library 3 Floor Service Desk).
In my office I have some additional books you can use to help you create your individual tour.
INDIVIDUAL TRIPS – ORAL REPORT
Students are expected to prepare a five (5) minute oral report on thefield trips they arrange on their own.
A Powerpoint (or similar) presentation should be prepared with illustrations and the major points
outlined. If you visit a statue indicate the war in which the individual was involved and what the person
contributed to the war effort that warrented a statue – if possible indicate who created the statue and
provide some information about when it was erected. If you choose a building indicate the history of the
building – the architect (if possible), when it was built and what use it served. The presentation should be
sent as an attachment to me on the day you give your presentation.
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RESEARCH PAPER
The Research Assignment is worth 20 points of the 100 points possible for this class and is designed to
introduce you to college level research papers.
The research process involves several steps:
1. Selecting a topic for research. You will choose the topic for your research paper. It can be on any topic as
long as it relates to how any of the wars mentioned on the syllabus affected the people of New York City.
When you have selected your topic please have it approved by me.
Assignment 1 will introduce you to materials which will help you to select a topic.
2. Finding in-depth material on your topic. Once you have made your preliminary selection of a topic you’ll
need to find more in-depth information – more details to complete your research. You will need to explore the
libraries catalog for books. You will also need to include scholarly articles in your research. The library has an
extensive list of databases you can use to find scholarly articles*. You should also explore the internet for two
websites related to your topic. Assignments 2, 3 and 4 will help you find the in-depth materials you need.
Scholarly Articles
Throughout your research here at St John’s you will hear your professors require scholarly articles. My
definition is that scholarly articles are:
• signed and often include author's credentials
• at least 4 pages.
• contain footnotes/citations and a bibliography or works cited list.
4. Finalizing the topic of your research.
You may find that you can’t find enough information about the topic you first selected. Broaden the
scope of your paper or explore a new topic. You may find that there is too much information. Narrow
the scope of your paper.
* NOTE!! Book reviews are NOT scholarly articles and may not be used as sources.
Technical Requirements for submitting Assignment
Use Microsoft Word and Times New Roman font at 12 points.
Include one inch margins all around.
Assignments are to be sent as an attachment in an email to me at: livermop@stjohns.edu
Each attachment MUST include your name, current date, and assignment number in the upper left hand corner
of the page.
Example:
Firstname Lastname
DNY Assignment: #
Date Submitted
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E-mails MUST have the following in the subject line:
Your Last name - DNY – assignment number
Example: (Using my last name and assignment 1)
Livermore DNY – Assignment 1
---------All assignments require the use of the MLA Style (Modern Language Association). A guide to using MLA can
be found at http://charleslivermore.com/internet-links/styleguides.htm.
RefWorks – http://libraries.stjohns.edu/refworks
RefWorks is a citation tool that allows you to keep an electronic record of your research and can assist you in
the creation of your citations and works cited list. The use of this tool is optional. However, if you choose to
use RefWorks you will be rewarded with a 5% bonus on each assignment.
---------Late assignments will receive a deduction of 5 % the first day and 2% each day thereafter.
---------You may re-do an assignment to increase your grade. You must make an appointment with me to review
what needs to be done and you will have one week from your meeting with me to re-submit the
assignment. Only one re-do per assignment.
Be sure to copy (cc) yourself on all assignments you submit to me.
Grading
A.
Factors taken into consideration in the grading of this individual research paper include, but are not limited to, such
items as the depth and breadth of analysis, quantity and quality of source materials, accuracy of findings, originality of
research, and similar factors.
B.
In addition to the content of the paper, students are also held responsible for spelling, grammatical usage, neatness,
and the like. Any paper with excessive misspellings, incorrect format, poor grammar, or similar defects, will be
returned ungraded and must be resubmitted. Remember, contrac tions must never be utilized.
Assignment One
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5 points Deadline: Sun Oct 6
The Topic Statement. The Topic Statement is one of the most important elements in the creation of a research
paper. It informs you of the type of information you are seeking to complete the paper.
The following websites offer further suggestions on selecting a topic:
http://www.library.cornell.edu/olinuris/ref/research/suggtop.html
http://www.indiana.edu/~iucdp/thesis.html
Based on the readings you have done write a Topic Statement and your Outline.
The topic statement should be one sentence in which you describe what you are researching.
GRADING RUBRIC -- ASSIGNMENT 1
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Assignment Identified
Topic Statement
Works you used to decide upon your topic
MLA Format
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Assignment Two
– Books 3 points Deadline: Sun Oct 20
To continue your development of the topic indicated in your Topic Statement find a minimum of three (3)
books related to your research topic. You may search the libraries’ online catalog at http://libraries.stjohns.edu
Take notes which further your understanding of your research topic. In your notes include the page number(s)
for each factoid you include in your notes. The notes you take must further the development of the topic you
have selected.
Please note that the TOPIC STATEMENT must appear at the top of each assignment submitted AND the notes
you take from your selected books must relate to the TOPIC STATEMENT.
GRADING RUBRIC -- ASSIGNMENT 2
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Include your Topic Statement at top of page
Research Notes
Works Cited List
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Assignment Three - Journal Articles 4 points
Deadline: Sun Nov 3
To continue your development of the topic indicated in your Topic Statement find a minimum of four (4)
scholarly articles that further your understanding of your research topic. Include your notes in RefWorks.
You must use the libraries’ databases to find articles.
Take notes which further your understanding of your research topic. In your notes include the page number(s)
for each factoid you include in your notes. The notes you take must further development of the subtopic you
have selected. They may not be miscellaneous facts concerning the group you have selected.
GRADING RUBRIC ASSIGNMENT 3
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Include your Topic Statement at top of page
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Assignment Four - Websites 3 points
Deadline: Sun Nov 10
Find a minimum of two (2) web sites that further your understanding of your research topic and include the
notes in RefWorks.
Evaluate the websites using the criteria found on:
http://charleslivermore.com/libraries/searchengines/evaluate.html
GRADING RUBRIC ASSIGNMENT 4
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Research Notes
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Evaluation of Website
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Assignment Five - 5 points
Deadline: Sun Nov 24
This is the last requirement in the Research Assignment. In this assignment you will organize the notes you
have taken so they tell the story you wish to tell.
Knowing how to complete this assignment will be a cornerstone for all the papers you will be required to
write here at St John’s. PLEASE see me if you have any questions.
GRADING RUBRIC -- ASSIGNMENT 5
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WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
You are expected to write a one (1) to two (2) page summary of the first article in the following assignments. The weekly
quizzes wil be based on the readings. Assigned readings are found online as demonstrated in class. Articles with ** must
be found online.
You are expected to select five (5) additional articles from eReserves. For your additional readings you may select no more
than two (2) articles from any one folder in eReserves. Unless otherwise indicated you are to indicate the author’s main
arguement then summarize the points discussed in the article that support that argument (limit each paper to 1-2 pages).
http://www.indiana.edu/~wts/pamphlets/thesis_statement.shtml
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You are expected to write a one (1) to two (2) page summary of the talk given by Temple Grandin.
CLASS SCHEDULE
This is the class schedule for this semester. The specific dates may vary depending on the progress of the class.
1 - Sep 4
Introduction
Class Survey using Clickers
Copyright - http://stjohns.campusguides.com/copyright
Plagiarism - http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/plagiarism/
Conducting Research
2 - Sep 11
War on Terrorism
Assignment Read: “The New McCarthyism: Repeating History in the War on Terrorism”
Has the War on Terrorism started a new kind of McCarthyism?
Support your conclusion. (You will find it useful to read “Many
are the crimes” found in the Cold War folder.) Discuss in one
or two pages.
3 - Sep 18
Prehistory of NY
Assignment Read “Imagining a Distant New World”
Discuss the concept of the “New World” from the point of view both the Native Peoples and
the Europeans Discuss in one or two pages.
4 - Sep 25
5 - Oct 2
6 - Oct 9
7 - Oct 16
8 - Oct 23
SEP 20 – The first extra reading assignment from eReserves is due.
Dutch in New York until 2:30pm
Assignment Read: “The Pavonia Raid” Based on the class discussion on terrorism should the
raid on Pavonia be considered a terrorist attack?” Discuss in
one or two pages.
Temple Grandin: Carneseca Arena at 3pm (prepare a two (2) page report on the Temple
Grandin lecture. Due Oct 4.
British in New York
Assignment Read: “Why did the British Fail to Win the Hearts and Minds of New Yorkers?”
“Traitors and Papists: The Religious Dimensions of Leisler's Rebellion.”
OCT 4 – The second extra reading assignment from eReserves is due.
Oct 4 – Your report on the Temple Grandin lecture is due.
American Revolution
Assignment Read: “Battle of Long Island”
“Crossing the Lines: African-Americans in the New York City
Region during the British”
War of 1812
Assignment Read: “Royal Navy Impressment During the American Revolution”
MID-TERM EXAMINATION
OCT 18 – The third extra reading assignment from eReserves is due.
1:50-4:50 – last hour – guest speaker
Civil War Assignment Read: “Lincoln’s Inaugural Address – 1861” (Where does Lincoln stand
on slavery?) Discuss in one or two pages.
“When the Civil War came to New York” New York Times Jul 14 2013
“Slave Trade in New York City”
LISTEN TO: Draft Riots Part II (New York Historical Society)
http://www.nyhistory.org/programs/audio-video
Go to March 2012 to find the lecture.
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9 - Oct 30
10 - Nov 6
11 - Nov 13
World War I
Assignment Read: “Negros in Protest March in Fifth Av” New York Times Jul 29, 1917**
Why did they march? Discuss in one or two pages.
“When Wagner Was Verboten: The Campaign Against German
Music in World War II”
“The sedition bill” New York Times April 10, 1918 **
Why was the word “willfully” discussed?
NOV 1 – The fourth extra reading assignment from eReserves is due.
World War II
Assignment Read:
LISTEN TO: http://www.nyhistory.org/community/send-a-salami
EXPLORE: http://wwii.nyhistory.org/explore/
Cold War
Assignment Read: “Many are the Crimes: McCarthyism in America”
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
NOV 15 – The fifth (and last) extra reading assignment from eReserves is due.
12 - Nov 20
13 - Nov 27
14 - Dec 4
1:50-4:50
Viet-Nam
Assignment Read: “Viet Nam: Lessons Learned and Not Learned”
What is the author’s main argument? Support your choice. Discuss in one or two
pages.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
THANKSGIVING
Dec 11
Wrap-Up
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
STUDY DAY
Dec 18
Final Exam
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