• Undergraduate majors in the BA program in the history of science, medicine, and technology will:
    • Gain awareness of how science, technology, and medicine have developed in diverse cultural contexts, from ancient times to the present
    • Acquire fundamental skills of historical interpretation, including honing critical thinking skills through analysis of a variety of primary and secondary sources, including texts, images, film, and artifacts
    • Acquire fundamental skills of writing and oral presentation, emphasizing clear and logical exposition, which enhances student readiness for the workforce and professional careers
    • Learn to interact on an intellectual level with peers, with respect for different opinions and engagement with the ideas of others
    • Acquire the ability to do historical research and to make an original contribution to knowledge.