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History majors develop an understanding of the historical background of modern society, politics, economics and culture, cultivating their research and writing skills. In addition to careers as historians and history teachers, a history major can prepare you for careers in:
The specialized major in History and Social Sciences combines a broad historical background with one or more social sciences, along with a variety of elective options, and is particularly appropriate for students seeking teacher certification at the secondary level.
| Chair Caitlin Carenen Webb Hall, Rm. 331 (860) 465-5033 (860) 465-0650 carenenc@easternct.edu |
Assistant Chair Scott Moore Webb Hall, Rm. 352 (860) 465-5105 (860) 465-0650 mooresc@easternct.edu |
| Secretary II Robin Marrotte Webb Hall, Rm. 326 (860) 465-4594 (860) 465-0650 marrotter@easternct.edu |
A quintet of alumni from Eastern’s Department of History returned to campus as panelists to share their career journeys with current history majors on Nov. 12 in the David G. Carter Science Building. From professional work in libraries and archives to digital history, the alumni discussed their career paths following Eastern.
History Professor Thomas Balcerski presented a guest lecture on partisan history at a conference hosted by Cumberland University in Lebanon, TN, on Oct 28. Balcerski discussed the "Papers of Martin Van Buren" and how they correlate to the history of the Democratic Party.
History Professor Scott Moore was featured in a series of mini-documentaries by Virginia-based WHRO Public Media commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Moore’s eight-minute episode recounts the legend of Sherwood Grace, known as the “Witch of Pungo,” whose 1706 witchcraft trial remains a fixture of Virginia Beach folklore. In the segment, Moore places the trial within its historical context and traces how the tale has evolved over time, transforming Sherwood's image from that of an accused witch to a symbol of resilience and an enduring regional folk hero.
History majors at Eastern learn to understand the historical background of modern society, politics, economy and culture. They cultivate active skills in research and writing that help them prepare for graduate school and careers in education, law, government, journalism and many other professions. Eastern is the only Connecticut state university with an undergraduate digital history lab. A History minor is available to non-History majors.
The History and Social Sciences major at Eastern is designed for students pursuing teaching certification in secondary education, but is open to all students. It combines a broad historical background with in-depth exploration of one or more social sciences, along with a variety of elective options. Majors select courses from the disciplines of anthropology, economics, geography, political science, psychology and sociology.
Students in the Asian Studies minor are exposed to the history and current affairs of Asian societies, and are encouraged to travel and study in Asia. The minor has particular strengths in China, Japan, Vietnam, Southeast Asia, Korea and India.
The Peace and Human Rights minor explores fundamental issues related to the human condition and the study of social, political and religious thought. Students are encouraged to think critically and to broadly explore contemporary issues related to peace and human rights.
