This program increases historical consciousness, assesses significant trends and patterns, relates the past to the present, examines contemporary political institutions and constitutional issues, and provides a better foundation upon which to solve contemporary problems. Students experience American history and government through multi-media resources, small group discussions, lectures, projects, internships, and other methods.
A strong emphasis is placed upon building leadership, critical thinking skills, analytical reasoning, and persuasion. Students obtain a multi-cultural awareness allowing them to understand each issue. This major offers the opportunity to take two classes most institutions do not offer: History of Sports and History of Women.
History graduates have continued their education in graduate school or have found employment within the following areas or companies:
If a student is considering attending graduate school and would like to obtain real-world experience to enhance their higher education capabilities, an internship is an excellent opportunity to explore his or her chosen field. Internships provide great opportunities for networking and meeting other individuals in the chosen field. Students of the History program have completed internships at:
William Penn University’s Social and Behavioral Sciences Club is designed for student development within leadership positions, and creating a social environment directed toward generating skills pertaining to social and psychological analysis. The club is open to all Penn students interested in social interaction. Professors also encourage students to join the National and Iowa Council for the Social Studies.
