History Department

History seeks understanding and truth through discovery of the past, confident that the discovery can deepen one's understanding of the present. The goal is to help students appreciate the social, political, economic, and cultural forces shaping modern society.

Offerings allow students to interpret and
critically analyze the past by providing foundational courses in American and
Western history, and specialized courses that cut across geographical studies and address the broader themes and issues.

For more information, contact
Dr. M. Cristina Canales, chair, humanities and fine arts division
413-265-2425
canalasm@elms.edu

The department provides experiential learning opportunities for its majors through its participation in seminars and internships in the nation’s capital.

Students in the history program will:

• Develop a clear sense of historical time and of the past.
• Interpret and critically analyze the past.
• Approach contemporary societal problems from an informed point of view.
• Demonstrate ability in doing historic research.
• Develop a respect for global and multicultural perspectives.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the expansion of democratic ideals.
• Understand historically important economic systems.

Major Requirements

B.A. Degree
Major in History
(Min at Elms College: 15 cr. / Min. G.P.A.: 2.0)
Major Requirements-33 credits

Choose:

Minor in History (18 credits)

Minor in Irish Studies (18 credits)