History is our collective memory and record of the past. It is the source of the social sciences and the coordinator and organizer of the humanities. History involves creativity and research, reading and writing, thought and analysis, reflection and communication. This discipline provides an opportunity for variety and, at the same time, specialization. In history there is always room for a new view, a revision of existing evidence, a challenge to discover new sources.
History is used in every aspect of life.
It helps us to understand the news, to discover our roots, to make intelligent decisions as citizens and voters, and to shape our future. Many of our students major in history to prepare to teach at all levels of the education system. At Shippensburg University we offer a B.S.Ed. degree in Comprehensive Social Studies-History, which prepares you to teach in grades 6 through 12. You can also minor in history as an elementary education major. For students who do not want to teach, we also offer a B.A. degree in history.