The History Department strives to present its program in the truest liberal arts tradition, which helps students correlate their knowledge of history with the other disciplines. The history program is designed to foster a deep understanding of the discipline, a global perspective, critical thinking skills, and proficiency in reading, research, writinig and speaking. It is geared toward developing the knowledge, skills, and habits of mind that will prepare students for further study at the graduate level and for a wide array of career paths.
Requirements for a Major in History, 30–36 hours
Basic courses: Hist. 116, 117, 201, 202, 323, 324, and twelve hours selected from 300- or 400-level History courses. Required related courses: six hours of ancient or modern language in 100-level courses or equivalent; Pol. Sci. 204; and six hours selected from Art History courses, Music 200, or Econ. 111, 112. For the maximum 36 hours permitted in the department, students may select six additional hours from 300- or 400-level History courses.
Requirements for a Minor in History, 24 hours
Hist. 116, 117, 201, 202, and twelve hours selected from 300- or 400-level History courses.
