How the program prepares you for the field

UNL is the only higher-education institution in Nebraska that offers this type of program. It's been recognized as a "priority program" because of its excellent academics.

You'll work closely with and learn from faculty as you complete the program.

The flexible, interdisciplinary curriculum allows you take a variety of courses in different academic areas because the disciplines in these periods are fluid.

Upon completion of the major, students will understand the main outlines of the history and culture of the Medieval/Renaissance period, be able to read at least one language relevant to this area of study, know the primary artistic developments of the period and understand the contributions of Medieval and Renaissance culture to modern culture.

Study the development trial by jury, the idea of rights, the hospital and the parliament, the organization of work by clock time, the dissemination of information by the printing press, and appeals on behalf of the rights of women. Examine the growth of Protestantism and the renewal of Catholicism through the Counter-Reformation. Cover people from ascetic saints like St. Francis to authors of bawdy tales like Rabelais.

Knowledge of a language, such as Latin, German, Spanish, or Italian, is required for the major. The central intellectual documents of the period are written in Latin, so consider taking Latin courses.