United States History to 1877 - HIS 121 at Virginia Western Community College


         
 
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HIS 121 - United States History to 1877
Introduces the history of the United States from its origins to 1877. Includes the European exploration, development of the American colonies and their institutions, the Revolution, major political, social and economic developments, geographical expansion, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits

Schedule at Virginia Western Community College

Summer 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
66080 HIS 121-HY1 3
 M W   
10:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
 2026-05-18 Main HY
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
This is a hybrid class delivered partially in the classroom and partially on the web.
First five-week class. 5/18 to 6/26.
66251 HIS 121-HY2 3
 M     
5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
 2026-06-15 Main HY
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This is a hybrid class delivered partially in the classroom and partially on the web.
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
Seven-week course. Starts June 15.
66013 HIS 121-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-06-15 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course.
Seven-week course. Starts June 15.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/

Fall 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
77234 HIS 121-13 3
 M W F 
11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
 2026-08-24 Main P
77443 HIS 121-16 3
  Tu Th  
9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
 2026-08-24 Main P
76659 HIS 121-17 3
  Tu Th  
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
 2026-08-24 Main P
94955 HIS 121-HY1 3
 M     
5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
 2026-08-24 Main HY
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
This is a hybrid class delivered partially in the classroom and partially on the web.
77962 HIS 121-HY4 3
 M     
10:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m.
 2026-10-20 Main HY
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This is a hybrid class delivered partially in the classroom and partially on the web.
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
This is a second seven-week class.
76567 HIS 121-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-08-24 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
76566 HIS 121-V3 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-08-24 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
77741 HIS 121-V4 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-08-24 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
This is a first seven-week class.
77963 HIS 121-V5 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-10-20 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This is a second seven-week class.
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/

Spring 2027 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
40364 HIS 121-14 3
 M W F 
10:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m.
 2027-01-19 Main P
40745 HIS 121-15 3
  Tu Th  
9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
 2027-01-19 Main P
41418 HIS 121-16 3
  Tu Th  
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
 2027-01-19 Main P
40332 HIS 121-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2027-01-19 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
41644 HIS 121-V2 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2027-01-19 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This course utilizes Open Educational Resources (OER). Materials for this class will be at low-cost or no cost to the student. Please check Canvas for required materials used in this course.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
41090 HIS 121-V4 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2027-01-19 Virtual Distance Learning WW
This is a first seven week course.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
41126 HIS 121-V5 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2027-03-22 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
This is a second seven-week course.
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