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Bachelor of Arts in History

Explore the impact of past events on vital contemporary problems.  Synthesize the study of past human activity with the nature, purpose and principles of governmental systems throughout the world. You will develop an understanding of public events and trends in both national and international spheres. Courses will explore the interrelationships between society and the environment, issues of war and peace, and movements for social and political change.

You can enroll in this major in combination with the secondary education certification program.

Career Opportunities Include:

  • Teaching
  • Research
  • Law
  • Information specialist
  • Intelligence agent
  • Museum curator
  • Archivist


For detailed curriculum and more please visit the Course Catalog entry for this program.

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