History majors only.
Must be taken prior to, or concurrently with, major's first 400-level history course. Students will practice history rather than simply study it in a passive sense. By honing research, analytical, and writing skills students will be better prepared for upper level classes and work outside the university. All History majors will be required to take this course or HIST 310. Based on enrollment for Hist 495, which is currently required of History majors but is to be deleted, one section in the Fall term and one in the Spring term will meet the demand.