History majors at Western Washington University learn how to locate and access a wide range of sources, to analyze historical evidence, including textual and visual sources, to evaluate historical interpretations, and to develop and support their own interpretations. The quantity of writing and discussion required in history courses also helps students to develop effective communication skills.Why Consider a History Major?

If you like to read, write, and learn about the experiences of people in different places and times, you should consider the history major. No other major prepares students for as many different careers. History majors' strong communication skills are valued by all employers, including businesses and government agencies.

The research, analytical, and evaluative skills that history majors develop prepare them for graduate study in many humanistic disciplines, public affairs, and library science and for careers as journalists, government officials, and attorneys. A growing number of history majors have made careers in the expanding field of public history. They work in museums, archives, and historical preservation.

• Foreign Service Officer?
• Attorney
• Government Official
• Journalist
• Business Manager
• Social Studies Teacher
• FBI/CIA Agent
• Historical Consultant
• Museum Professional
• Government Historian
• Librarian
• Archivist
• Cultural Resource Manager
• Curator
• Video/Media Producer
• Historic Preservationist
• Policy Advisor