
The Department of History and Political Science is designed to make an essential contribution to a liberal arts education. Students pursuing degrees in either history or political science will gain a comprehensive and integrated knowledge of history, the training necessary for more advanced study in history and political science, and the practical knowledge of historical and political developments. These are all essential parts of preparing students who expect to enter the professions of law, government service, politics, education, and business.
Selected Course Offerings
- Great Britain and the British Empire
- Women, War, and Peace
- Global Politics
- Southern History
- Presidency and Congress
- Constitutional Law and Politics
- 20th Century U.S. History
- Paths Not Taken