The History major at Chapman University provides students with the knowledge and tools of history, but also provides a sense of roots, and a broader perspective on the diverse regions and peoples of the world. The BA in history teaches students how to think, how to analyze different kinds of problems, and provides a solid foundation for such careers in teaching, law, business, historic preservation or archival management.
The department of history offers two emphases: American Studies or European Studies. American Studies is the study of the brief, but important, history of the United States. European History ranges from emergence of urban cultural in the river valleys of the ancient Near East to the modern era of the Western European Union and the collapse of Communism. In addition, the Department offers a wide range of courses in African, Asian, and Latin American History.
Chapman’s history department also offers students a variety of opportunities to learn and work outside of the classroom. Students pursuing a major or minor in history can work on projects associated with the Center for Cold War Studies and the Center for Holocaust Education. Internships are also possible with nearby museums and archives, including the Nixon Library and National Archives in Laguna Niguel. In addition, the History Department offers special study abroad opportunities to travel to London, Paris, and Rome.
