Butler University

Global and Historical Studies

Q. How do I get into a closed GHS class?

A. Section enrollment and permission number distribution are based on class size and need, as determined by the GHS Director and Coordinator. That said, permission numbers for closed GHS classes are available from the GHS Program Coordinator in JH 209. The GHS Coordinator makes every effort to accomodate student preference when determining permission number distribution, but students are not guaranteed a seat in their preferred section. Please email Bonnie Cate at bcate@butler.edu if you are interested in a permission number for a full GHS class.

**If GHS cannot accomodate your preference, the coordinator will find a spot for all students awaiting a permission number in a class that 1) fits the student's schedule, and 2) observes GHS enrollment guidelines.

Q. I studied abroad—do I have to take both semesters of Global and Historical Studies?

A. If you studied abroad in a Butler-approved program AND completed 9 or more credit hours of coursework while abroad, you will automatically receive a 1-semester/3-hour waiver from Global and Historical studies

Q. Is my attendance required at GHS convocations and events?

A. While attendance at Global and Historical Studies Program convocations is not compulsory, it is highly encouraged. That being the case, individual professors are free to ask students to attend; some provide extra credit for attending while others allow students to attend as a replacement for an overnight write. Check with your particular professor to see if such an incentive is available for those in your GHS section.

Q. What if my study abroad experience does not meet the BU-approved program/9-credit hour criteria?

A. If you do not meet the automatic waiver criteria, you are free to petition for a waiver. Simply complete the GHSWaiver Request Form and submit it to the GHS office (JH 209). After review by the faculty coordinator, you will be notified of request approval/denial.

Q. I’m an international student—do I have to take both semesters of Global and Historical Studies?

A. International students automatically receive a 1-semester/3-hour waiver from Global and Historical Studies.

Q. I completed ID201 or ID202 already and still need another class. Which ones can I take?

A. If you completed ID201, You may take any of the classes except for GHS208, which is the same class (China and the Islamic Middle East). If you completed ID202, you may take any of the classes except for GHS209 (which is the same class, Revolutionary Europe and Colonial Nigeria) and GHS203 (Modernizing and Contemporary Europe).