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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 |
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| Secretary II Alicia Chandler Webb Hall, Rm. 326 (860) 465-4594 (860) 465-0650 chandlera@easternct.edu |
Eastern Connecticut State University alumna Jessica Chapman ’11, a history and social studies teacher at Norwich Free Academy (NFA), was recently surprised with one of the nation’s top educational awards. Chapman was named one of 45 recipients of this year’s Milken Educator Award (MEA) at a schoolwide assembly on Nov. 12. The award comes with a $25,000 cash prize.
Eastern Connecticut State University hosted a “Post-Election Reflections” panel on Nov. 13. The discussion was moderated by history Professor Tom Balcerski and political science Professor Nicole Krassas. The panelists shared their perspectives on the 2024 election results, discussed key issues and explored what might come next.
An alumnus of the history program at Eastern Connecticut State University has spent the past few months in Armenia through a volunteer program called Birthright Armenia. Ara Daglian ‘18 has had the opportunity to teach English, work in sustainable agriculture and explore the history and culture of the country as well as his own Armenian heritage.
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.
