History and Political Science Department

The Department of History and Political Science offers courses to meet the needs of students seeking both a broad liberal arts education and a useful vocation.

Graduates in history or political science may use their degrees as starting points for careers in a variety of fields: secondary school teaching, government or military service, archival and bibliographical work, public relations, political campaigns, journalism, and other careers requiring research and writing skills. A degree in history or political science also provides the background necessary for both admission to and satisfactory performance in the study of law.

The Dorothy Hughes Weatherby Scholarship and the Reuter Scholarship are available for history majors. Interested students should contact Dr. David K Chrisman, chairperson of the department, for additional information.