History - Lander University

History from Lander University is a Campus Bachelor History degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. History encompasses the study of human experiences and institutions from ancient times to the present. By studying the development in time of politics, societies, economies, attitudes, systems of thought, and cultures, Lander University history graduates will: 1. know the basic historical chronologies of the United States and of Western Civilization; 2. possess detailed knowledge of selected areas of European, U.S., and World histories; 3. be able to read and critically evaluate primary and secondary historical sources; 4. be able to examine and evaluate conflicting interpretations of events and personalities; 5. be able to perform historical research in libraries, archives, and other appropriate repositories of historical records; 6. be able to write about historical questions and evidence in a clear, analytical, and organized manner, including the technical ability to document research and to construct a bibliography; 7. be able to discuss historical findings in clear and coherent oral presentations; and 8. be able to understand and explain historical information drawn from other cultures, both within the United States and from other countries. Degree programs in history are useful preparation for entry into law, medicine, business, and other professions. In addition to solid preparation for the teaching profession, history majors may also find career opportunities in government service, in historic preservation, or in archives and museums. The History curriculum provides opportunities to study a great variety of chronological epochs (ranging from antiquity to the contemporary period) and world cultures (of the United States, Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia). Apart from completing required courses (at the 100-level and in History Thesis), students are encouraged by their academic advisors to develop a sequence of History courses drawing on this variety of offerings. View more details on Lander University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related History courses.