History
How have societies made the transition into the modern age? What impact has this change had
on the entire world? The study of these two concepts - global history and the process of
modernization - forms the basis of the program in the Department of History. History is not
just a study of the past, it is an examination of how that past connects with our present
experience. It's not about memorization; it's about analyzing, evaluating, interpreting,
and synthesizing information, and then being able to express those findings both orally
and in writing. In addition to courses in world history and U.S. history, you'll have
the opportunity to sample courses in the fields of Traditional Civilization, Transition
to Modernity in the Western World, Modernization of the World, and Nature of Historical
Knowledge.
You may want to consider an internship in one of Hartford's cultural institutions.
Past students have interned at the Wadsworth Atheneum, the Connecticut Historical Society,
and the Mark Twain Memorial. A History degree will open many doors for you. Majors pursue
careers in law, journalism, diplomacy, government, and education. Or your history program
may start you down an executive, managerial or commercial career path.
