History (B.A.) with Public History Concentration

Program Overview

In addition to intensive examination of a wide range of historical periods and subjects, the history major allows room for students to pursue other studies. Some take a second major, and many complete minors in areas such as English, Spanish, Digital Public Humanities, Religion, Communication, Business, Politics, and Classical, Medieval and Renaissance Studies. Students are also required to seek experiential learning, either through study abroad or through an internship experience.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates from Messiah’s History program can:

1. Explain past political, social, cultural, economic, and religious practices and structures of United States, Western, and World History
2. Explain the philosophical assumptions and ethical issues of the discipline of history
3. Conduct effective analysis of primary and secondary sources
4. Identify, select, and interpret texts and other cultural resources to produce synthetic interpretations of the past
5. Articulate how historical study creates opportunities for employment, graduate studies, service, and public outreach
6. Develop skills that prepare for work, service, and citizenship beyond graduation
7. Evaluate the historical complexity of human identities, cultures, and societies from the viewpoints of Christian faith traditions

Major Requirements

Complete the following for your major:

Three credits from the following:

Three credits from the following:

One of the following Experiential Learning Components

Public History Concentration (18 credits)

Three credits from the following:

Six credits from the following applied courses:

QuEST Requirements