History
Faculty
K. DuRocher, J. Ernst, B. Fitzpatrick, J. Hennen, T. Kiffmeyer, A. Mandzy, S. Riegle, A. Scott
Program Competencies
Students are expected to possess:
- A broad understanding of the events, circumstances and chronology of history, which will allow students to establish links between historical processes and contemporary global realities.
- The analytical ability and critical thinking skills to interpret historical events, ideas, arguments and points of view.
- The ability to access and use traditional and electronic databases for historical research.
- The ability to conduct independent original historical research using primary sources and to present scholarship in written and oral formats.
Assessment Procedures
History Achievement Test
Capstone course
Bachelor of Arts
The major and minor in history seek to engage students in critical thinking by evaluating, creating and supporting historical arguments. Students will demonstrate this knowledge visually, orally, and in writing. Our teaching and course offerings provide a forum for open inquiry, and the rigorous academic reading and writing of our program prepares students for the challenges of the 21st century by teaching them to think critically, analytically, and ardently about the historical processes that have shaped and continue to shape our community, our state, our nation, and our world.