Description of History Major

The study of history covers all recorded expressions of human activity: political, economic, social, cultural, intellectual. Because of its broad scope, history provides an exceptional introduction to all studies that concern human beings and their activities. Historians seek to understand the heritage of earlier generations and to understand the time in which we live. History focuses on the complex but essential issues of change over time.

The discipline of history demands and develops a broad perspective, analytical skills, and an ability to communicate with clarity and acumen. It is among the most useful disciplines because it enhances skills that can be beneficial in any vocational setting.

RELATED SKILLS:

Explaining ideas
Interpreting events and ideas

Writing and presenting information
Examining evidence

Analyzing ideas and information

Problem solver
Developing a world view

Explaining the present by referring to the past
Decision making
Seeing relationships between factors

Evaluating programs

Dispensing information

Investigating problems

Proposing alternate approaches

Working under pressure

Preparing materials

Working collaboratively with diverse population
 

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