History

History Overview

"No man can know where he is going unless he knows exactly where he has been and exactly how he arrived at his present place."

- Maya Angelou

Perhaps you recall the history lessons from your high school days as the tedious memorization of dusty names and dates. In fact, the study of history treats the past as a living thing that continuously shapes contemporary politics, society, and culture. History courses at Mercy University span the local to the global and from the ancient to the modern world. Through these courses, our students learn to weigh the merits of various primary and secondary sources, synthesize vast amount of information, draw informed conclusions, and communicate their ideas effectively across a variety of mediums. This skillset prepares students for rewarding careers in the fields of education, law, business, culture, and nonprofit work. It also transforms students into engaged global citizens and conscientious historical actors in their own right.

Career Opportunities

In addition to the content of history, students are taught to read, write, speak, and think with increased imagination, sophistication, and precision. The History major also provides special training in research and analysis, opening up opportunities in business, law, paralegal work, educational administration, and teaching at the primary, secondary, or college levels.