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Why Study History?
A VERSATILE MAJOR
History is a popular major
not just because it is a fascinating subject, but also because it
encourages students to develop useful skills that will serve them
in graduate and professional programs and in many occupations. Students
of history find themselves in classes that are reading and writing
intensive. They hone their thinking ability as they encounter diverse
views of historical development to implement methods and theories used
in analyzing and understanding the past. History students do far more
than memorize names and dates, for they must come to their own
conclusions about the forces that have shaped humanity as well as the
significance of historical events.
FOR INTELLECTUALLY
AMBITIOUS STUDENTS
Some of the qualities that
make for a successful history student include:
- independence of thought
and spirit
- analytical mind
- curiosity
- resourcefulness
- reflective nature
- an appreciation of past events and achievements
The study of history will
help you develop your abilities:
- to understand,
evaluate, and creatively use large amounts of information
- to read, write, and speak effectively
- to make keen observations, solve problems, and make appropriate
decisions
- to conduct and explain research
- to know and understand the world in which you live and to
concentrate for long
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