In UHart’s Department of History, you develop strong critical thinking, problem solving, research, writing, and communication skills while studying the past and examining the expression of ideas. The department includes dedicated faculty who work with you to prepare you for a variety of successful career paths.
In our Bachelor of Arts in History program, you can study one or more areas of U.S., European, or Asian and Middle Eastern history as you prepare for a successful career in business, law, education, human services, nonprofit and museum work, or publishing. You learn how to interpret your world, both past and present and how the study of history connects us to the human experience that has preceded us and shows how that experience has value, interest, power, urgency, and usefulness.
Our minor in history can easily paired with another program to enhance your historical knowledge, which can be applied to many professions. The minor also gives you opportunities to sharpen your research, writing and presentation skills.
Hands-On Experience History
Our history program has real-world applications built into the curriculum so you’ll find ways to put your historical knowledge to work, all while getting experience through internships at places like:
- Connecticut State Library
- Old State House
- Connecticut Historical Society
- Harriet Beecher Stowe House
- Mark Twain House Museum
- Connecticut Explored magazine
- Area schools to help prepare students for History Day in Connecticut
You can also take advantage of our study-abroad programs that span the globe. Some of our history graduates go on to pursue advanced degrees in areas such as Egyptology, ethnomusicology, and Native American history.
Marissa Jayawickrema
History, 2019,
Because I was a history major, I spent a lot of time doing research and writing. I now use those skills to prepare reports and effectively communicate funding and programmatic goals to my team and external constituents.”
Meet the History Department
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