Department of History

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At Rockhurst, students are exposed to the tapestry of the human past in various times and places. Through our courses students develop the intellectual skills necessary to act as historians and informed citizens. That means learning to ask insightful questions, to find sources that bear on those questions, to interpret those sources in ways that resolve questions and to communicate the answers in an excellent and convincing fashion. The goal of the Rockhurst Department of Hisotry is to make a difference in students’ lives by increasing their understanding of the past and improving their ability to think critically, reason cogently, and communicate clearly. Learning history is a rewarding experience that enriches one’s personal, public, and professional life, no matter what career path one chooses. We would argue that the study of history also engenders an unparalleled understanding of the human experience, in both the past and the present. In the cultures and societies of past peoples, we find our own origins.

A degree in history prepares students for a variety of different careers, as it trains students to develop critical thinking skills, conduct research and write persuasively.

Rockhurst history graduates are engaged in a variety of different careers, including: government service, law, secondary and higher education, international business, journalism, museum and archival work, criminal justice and non-profit work.

Programs

• History, B.A.

• History Minor
• Medical Humanities Minor

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