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As a field of study, History provides students with many of the necessary skills for a productive professional career and an intellectually fulfilling life. Toward these ends, the History major attempts to provide students with the ability to think and read critically and analytically, to form sound opinions and support them with logical arguments based on documentary evidence, to communicate ideas effectively, and to conduct historical research. The History major further attempts to provide students with a body of historical knowledge that will enable them to understand contemporary events of local, national, and global importance, as well as to understand and appreciate the various cultures and civilizations that make up the world community. Above all, the History major helps to provide students with the means for lifelong learning.
By combining the development of specific skills with the acquisition of a body of historical knowledge, the History major prepares students for successful careers in primary and secondary education (history and social studies), business and industry, and governmental service. The major also prepares students for graduate study in history, law, and other academic and professional fields.
Students majoring in History are required to complete 36 credit hours in History, 20 credits of which must be in one of the following areas of specialization:
- U.S. History
- European History
- 19th-Century Studies
- 20th-Century Studies
At least 16 of the 20 credit hours toward the area of specialization must be at the 300 level (or higher). At least 4 of the 20 credit hours must be at the 400 level.
Students majoring in History must also complete History 200: Reading and Writing in History. Note: History 200 must be completed before any student (major or nonmajor) completes 13 credit hours in History.
Students of History are strongly advised to acquire reading proficiency in at least one foreign language. Reading knowledge of at least one foreign language is essential for all students who intend to apply to graduate school.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
The student must demonstrate proficiency in a language other than English as specified by the Language Requirement for Students with Majors in the School of Arts and Humanities. The complete policy statement appears at the beginning of the Bachelor’s Degree Programs section of this catalog.
INTEGRATIVE STUDIES REQUIREMENTS
44 credits minimum
History courses completed to fulfill major requirements may also count toward fulfillment of Integrative Studies in Humanities.
History majors preparing for certification as comprehensive Social Studies teachers will refer to the Education section of the catalog for the appropriate program to follow and must complete one course in U.S. history and one course in non-U.S./world history, as well as the additional courses listed below.
- ISECON 100 Fundamentals of Economics
- Select one of the following:
- ISGEOG 101 Introduction to World Geography
- GEOG 105 Geography for Teachers
- Select one of the following:
- SOC 201 Introductory Sociology
- ISANTH 110 Cultural Anthropology
- Select one of the following:
- ISPOSC 101 What Is Politics?
- ISPOSC 211 United States Politics
- PSYC 101 General Psychology
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
36 credits
- 4 credits at the 100 level
- 8 credits at the 200 level, including History 200
- 16 credits at the 300 level
- 8 credits at the 400 level
20 credit hours must be completed in one of the following areas of specialization:
- U.S. History
- European History
- 19th-Century Studies
- 20th-Century Studies
At least 16 credit hours toward the area of specialization must be at the 300 level (or higher) and at least 4 of the 20 credit hours must be at the 400 level.
All History majors must complete 8 credit hours in non-U.S./non-European history.
ELECTIVES
Select courses to reach a total of 120 credits for the degree.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
120 credits
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