HISTORY

This field focuses on the study and research of major social, political, cultural and economic events of the past. Development of an understanding of how past events have shaped the contemporary world is fostered. Changes over time are explored. The acquired skills of research, analysis and writing prepare students for careers in many fields from business to law. Preparation for teaching is supported through a secondary education concentration. Other options are found in politics, government, international affairs and social services.

 CAREER POSSIBILITIES*  

Teacher	Police Officer	Peace Corps Volunteer
Politician	Public Administrator	City Planner
Foreign Services Office	Cultural Affairs Director	Paralegal
Speech Writer	Consumer Advocate	Archivist
Department Manager	Historic Site Director	Marketing Assistant
Legislative Aid	Military Officer	Cartographer
Probation Officer	Journalist	Textbook Writer
Lawyer	Researcher	Political Campaigner
Economist	Lobbyist	Community Action Organizer
Public Opinion Surveyor	Historic Preservationist	International Trade Specialist
Social Welfare Director	Antique Appraiser	Customs Inspector
Arbitrator	Loan Officer	Museum Curator
Social Worker	Park Ranger	CIA Agent
Tour Operator	Editor	Customer Service Rep.
Reference Liberian	Development Officer	Genealogist

*positions are at various levels some of which require graduate degrees