Bachelor of Arts in History

“I believe in memory,” a great historian wrote. History is our collective memory, an understanding of our heritage, of who we are and how we came to be. The history major not only provides students with the knowledge and tools of history, but also provides a sense of roots, as well as a broader perspective on the diverse regions and peoples of the world. Training in history teaches students how to think, how to analyze different kinds of problems, and is solid training for such careers as teaching, law, business, historic preservation, or archival management.

Extracurricular Opportunities
In addition to an outstanding curriculum, the major in history at Chapman offers students opportunities to work on projects associated with the Center for Cold War Studies and the Rodgers Center for Holocaust Education. Among these projects are the well-known Cold War Symposiums, which have brought scholars and statesmen to Chapman including Presidents Bush and Ford, to discuss aspects of the last half century of world history. In addition, we offer some very special study abroad experiences in London, Paris and Madrid. Internships at the National Archives in Laguna Niguel and the Nixon Library are also available.

 See Course Listing in 2007-2008 Catalog

 See History Department Requirements as listed in 2007-2008 Catalog