We introduce our students to the rich historical resources available in Virginia. The study of history enables students to gain important perspectives on human life and experiences in many cultures over time. The History program at Old Dominion University provides a comprehensive grounding in basic historical methods of research through an investigation of the basic elements of Western, American, Asian and Latin American civilizations.
Emphasis is placed on research, writing, oral communication and reasoning skills.
The major is open to any undergraduate student who has met the required prerequisites for the declaration of a major at Old Dominion University. You may declare the major in the departmental office. A Teacher Preparation Program is available within the major. Since 2.5 million teachers must be hired nationally over the next decade, many students are taking advantage of this option. Each year, the students publish the Old Dominion Historical Review.