History (BA)
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Program Title
History (BA)
Degree
Bachelor of Arts
Program Description
Students of history learn to read, analyze, and express themselves well. They study the past to learn from it and to prepare for a variety of careers. History majors focus on subjects, regions, and eras that interest them, and they graduate with a broad, international perspective on history. The major is flexible. It works well with other majors and minors and is particularly compatible with a semester abroad.
Learning Goals
- History majors will, in their first three semester, be able to articulate the intellectual and professional value of their discipline and build relationships on and off campus
- History majors will explore various career options through coursework
- History majors will demonstrate the connection between their GO experience and their major
- History majors will research, write, and present a senior research project following professional guidelines
Departmental honors requirements
Students may earn departmental honors by obtaining at least a 3.50 overall GPA and completing a senior research project deemed outstanding by members of the department.