HIST 105Gen EdUnderstanding the Past

Global Transformations

History

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring

Avg GPA

2.65

Easiness

1.80

Total regs

665

Grade Distribution

Summer 2022–Spring 2026 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

Avg GPA

2.65

41.9%

278

22.5%

149

11.9%

6.9%

11.8%

5.0%

A–F + W

663

Other outcomes

All registrations

665

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Avg GPA

2.65

Easiness

1.80

C or better

80.3%

Among A–F outcomes

D or better

87.6%

Among A–F outcomes

Withdrawal rate

5.0%

Among A–F and W outcomes

Most common grade

Letter grades only

Outcomes counted

663

A–F and W outcomes

HIST 105 by Professor

Ranked by historical GPA for 2024SP–2026SP · A–F outcomes only · minimum 20 graded outcomes

Daly, Jonathan W.

2.86

RMP

3.4

68 reviews

Graded

507

Total regs

533

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About This Class

Overview of historical transformations that led to the rise of Europe and the wider West to global preeminence. Emphasizes contributions of other world cultures to this development. Course Information: Same as INST 105 . This class may be taught in an online format. When that is the case, internet access will be required. A high-speed connection is strongly suggested. Please check the online class schedule for online sections. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion and one Lecture. UIC GE Past course, and UIC GE World Cultures course .