History (B.A.)
Good solutions today depend on a clear understanding of yesterday and the world around us, so establishing a background in history provides you with important advantages in analyzing contemporary events and trends. In our history program, you will focus on the events and developments of the past as well as explore the manner in which historians gather evidence and reach conclusions.
Our flexible liberal arts curriculum allows you to personalize your education by selecting a second major or one or more minors. In order to meet your personal and professional goals, you may concentrate your studies in areas such as business, international affairs, prelaw, or historical administration, preservation and archival management. A variety of courses, in addition to course work in new fields such as business history, legal history and science history, prepare you for careers in our fast-paced world.
Want to share your interest in history with others? You can acquire teacher licensure through the E-11 program. This program, established by the School of Education and Allied Professions for students enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences, leads to a Bachelor of Arts with a major in history and Ohio licensure to teach in grades seven through 12.
The department's internship program allows you to gain real-world experience before graduation, and positions are available in local historical societies, government agencies and business firms.
Career Opportunities
A variety of career opportunities are available to history majors. Rather than becoming professional historians, the majority of our students choose to employ their historical knowledge in diverse fields. Some pursue graduate studies, while others begin careers in archival management, drug rehabilitation, education, international business, library science, military service, probation work, sales and marketing, or transportation research analysis.