Mission Statement
"The study of history is a dynamic, creative process.
The History Department strives to develop students' intellectual capacities in critical reasoning and communication skills as well as to guide their acquisition of material knowledge in preparation for lifetimes of enthusiastic learning and engagement in today's world."
The department offers the major and minor in History either as the basis of a general liberal arts education or as preparation for advanced studies in such fields as history, journalism, law, public affairs or foreign service, and teaching. Students will acquire a body of material knowledge over a range of topics as well as develop their intellectual skills in effective communication and critical thinking. Study of a foreign language is required. Students intending to teach History in secondary schools must have two majors (History and Secondary Education) and work with advisors in each field.
American International College
1000 State Street
Springfield MA 01109
(800) 242-3142
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