History

The teaching of history has changed dramatically over the past thirty years: voices that were largely silent—women, ethnic minorities, the poor, and even children—are now being heard in academe, and the major in history at The College embraces and reflects this essential change. Students of history are exposed to the broad sweep of world history as well as the parameters of American History and government. Against this backdrop, students explore questions of place, time, power, prejudice, and theory. Students do not simply engage primary and secondary texts; they practice history hands-on in practicums and internships that take students into national parks, battlegrounds, Smithsonian exhibits.

The study of history, like any effort that promotes critical thinking and careful judgment, prepares its practitioners for any number of careers, including government, law, teaching, politics, museum curator, park ranger, and journalism.