History (B.A.) - L

Student Learning Outcomes

utilize disciplinary concepts, knowledge, and tools of the social sciences to analyze social phenomena of the past or present that reflect an understanding of the factors that influence human social behavior
conduct an original research based on history and social science research methodologies, and write a senior thesis that conforms to the standards of the discipline(s)
present research findings clearly and accurately in the form of an oral presentation with use of appropriate visualization of presented material;
acquire skills and behaviors necessary for obtaining employment and succeeding in the professional world (internships, community involvement projects, etc.);
demonstrate a critical understanding of cultural phenomena.

Minimum required credits for the program: 42

Foundations of History (12 Credits)

HIS 1111 - World History I Credit(s): 3
HIS 1112 - World History II Credit(s): 3
HIS 1211 - American History I Credit(s): 3
HIS 1212 - American History II Credit(s): 3

Capstone in History (6 Credits)

HIS 4730 - Seminar in Historical Communication Credit(s): 3
One of the following:
HIS 4740 - Seminar in Historical Investigation Credit(s): 3
HIS 4810 - Internship in History Credit(s): 1-12 (Johnson); 1-6 (Lyndon)

Electives in History (24 Credits)

Take at least 21 credits designated HIS, with 18 credits in the 3000/4000 level; 3 credits may be non-HIS designated from the following list of courses: any POS, RUS 2010 , INT 3210 , HUM 3110 , HUM 3125 , HUM 3150 , HUM 3160 .