History/Political Science Majors and Faculty at the Department Fall Social on October 30, 2008.
The study of history develops an awareness and understanding of the past, a sensitivity to the rich variety of human experience and aspirations and an appreciation for the extraordinary human capacity for good and for evil. Further, it illuminates the present and renders it intelligible by providing both context and direction.
Students of history learn to reason critically and analytically, to synthesize large bodies of information and to write clearly and effectively -- skills that are applicable to any job setting.
History graduates pursue a wide variety of careers, for example, in communications, business and industry, museum management, state and national park service and government at every level. The program of study provides the requisite background for graduate study and for the study of law. A professional program is also offered which combines the major concentration with specialized courses in education and leads to secondary teacher certification. For students wishing to extend their learning experience beyond the classroom, a variety of internship opportunities are available. A minor in History is also available.
Dr. Mark C. Gentry, Interim Chairperson
Department of History and Political Science
Saint Francis University
P.O. Box 600
Loretto, PA 15940-0600
(814)472-3059
mgentry@francis.edu
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