History, BA

Learning Outcomes

History majors develop a unique set of skills designed for research and analytical thinking in a diverse and increasingly globalized world. Upon completion of the History program, students will be able to:

• SITUATE major historical events within their proper chronological, geographical, thematic, and comparative context.
• THINK historically, read critically, write coherently, speak persuasively, and communicate effectively.
• EXPLAIN the value and application of historiography and various historical methods, approaches and theories.
• EVALUATE and critically assess the validity of historical evidence and interpretations.
• IDENTIFY, INTERPRET, and APPLY primary and secondary sources to construct sophisticated, persuasive, and logical interpretations of historical problems and events.
• CONNECT and INTEGRATE historical knowledge, grasp the ethical and moral dimensions of history, and appreciate the complex, multi-causal origins of past events.
• DEVELOP historical empathy and RECOGNIZE the importance of differing voices to both Historical interpretation and understanding current events.