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History, B.A.

History majors learn valuable skills including how to analyze complex issues, plan research projects, locate information, collect and interpret evidence, understand cultural differences, read critically, write effectively, and work independently. Degrees in history lead to career opportunities in business, education, law, public service, and historical research. Students have enough electives to complete a second major, complete the Teacher Education program, study abroad, or take advantage of internship programs.


What Can I Do with My Major?

Explore career paths related to your major and discover where your degree can take you. Use these resources to learn about industries, occupations, employment trends, and the career outcomes of graduates with similar academic backgrounds.

Resume & Professional Materials

Create strong application materials that highlight your skills and experiences. Find guides, templates, and examples to help you build resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and other professional documents.

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Internship & Job Search

Find the tools and resources you need to search for internships and jobs with confidence. Explore job boards, interview preparation resources, industry-specific guides, and strategies to help you stay organized throughout your search.

Build Your Skills

Develop the skills and experiences employers value while you're still in college. Learn how to strengthen industry-specific and transferable skills, grow your professional network, and make the most of campus and professional development opportunities.

Graduate School

Access resources and guidance to help you navigate the graduate school application process. Learn how to stay organized, meet important deadlines, and build a competitive graduate school application.

Guidance on exploring graduate school and grad programs, and demystifying the application process.

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Wednesday 10:00am - 2:00pm
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*Check in at the CCEE reception desk when you arrive