B.A. in History

History majors learn to read and to think critically, and to synthesize their research into understandable English. The core courses provide grounding in American and world history as well as the tools to research, write, and present results. Core and elective courses in U.S., European, African, Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern, Russian, ancient, medieval and modern history provide ample opportunity to develop and hone writing skills. The ability to gather and analyze information is essential to almost every professional pursuit. The history major comprises the following courses and 33 hours in history electives numbered above 3000 to include nine semester hours in U.S. history and nine semester hours in non-U.S. history, which must include at least one 4000-level U.S. history and one 4000-level non-U.S. history course, and one additional 4000 level course. HIS 1500G - roots of the modern world: society and religion; HIS 2010G - history of the United States to 1877; HIS 2020G - history of the united states since 1877; HIS 2500 - historical research and writing; HIS 2560 - early modern world history; HIS 3555 - modern world history; HIS 3600G - the U.S. constitution and the nation.