It prepares students for the successful practice of historical scholarship in a variety of fields including archives, libraries, historical sites, museums, government agencies, businesses, publishing and secondary education, as well as for advanced study in doctoral programs.

Student learning outcomes:

• Develop the ability to understand the processes and methodologies historians use to study the past

• Develop the ability to understand and think critically about scholarly works of history

• Develop the ability to do historical research and present interpretations in writing

• Develop the ability to understand the myriad of forces that shape human experiences and critically weigh change and continuity over time