History

History is the written record of the human past, dealing with the people and events that helped make us what we are today. History courses enable students to investigate the ideas, problems, and actions of past generations as they directly affect the present. Through a variety of survey and specialized courses students are encouraged to examine various cultures and historical periods, their distinctiveness as well as their particular responses to similar problems.

In a time of instant news and high technology, it is tempting to ignore the past, but those who attempt to understand history have a distinct advantage. Such an advantage is obvious for those seeking jobs in teaching, journalism, government service, or communications. A good historical background also serves well for those who enter the world of law, business, banking, archival and library work, or museums and historical societies.

History draws upon both the humanities and the social sciences, and majors in history are expected to supplement their history courses with courses in literature and the other humanities as well as with the social sciences.

Graduate Studies in History

• The American Historical Association provides this page of information on graduate studies: AHA: History Doctoral Programs: Questions to Consider.
• Professor Ken Lockridge of the University of Montana gives this advice on how best to prepare for graduate school during your undergraduate studies: Ken Lockridge's Advice.
• This page from the University of Florida likewise advises undergraduates on how to approach graduate school in history: Career Opportunities and Graduate School.
• Professor Belle Tuten of Juniata College provides this page of advice on considering graduate study in history: Advice for Grad School.

Links to some graduate history programs in the vicinity of Wilmington College:

• Ohio State University (Columbus) (MA and Ph.D.)
• Ohio University (Athens) (MA and Ph.D.)
• Miami University (Oxford) (MA and Ph.D.)
• University of Cincinnati (MA and Ph.D.)--UC also offers a certificate in Historical Preservation; see this link and scroll down
• Wright State University (Dayton) (MA)