History, B.A. Learning Outcomes

Program Educational Objectives

• Students will demonstrate history methods through understanding the nature of historical inquiry, the identification and ethical use of appropriate primary sources as evidence, the situating of historical research in a body of secondary source research literature (historiography), and the use of appropriate citation methods.
• Students will apply historical knowledge and understanding of historical contexts to discussions of contemporary issues, and with recognition of multiple and diverse perspectives.
• Students will demonstrate analytical and critical thinking skills necessary for interpreting and using sources as the basis for thesis/argument.
• Students will craft well-supported historical narratives, arguments, and reports of research findings in a variety of media, adapted to audiences.