Another outstanding option for history majors is a three-week trip during the January term. In recent years, students traveled to southeast Asia, spending part of the January interim in the Philippines, Thailand, and Hong Kong. There they visited museums and other historical sites. Classes have also toured the Middle East, visiting Jordan, Israel, and Egypt. Family and Consumer Sciences majors can gain practical experience by interning with interior decorators or retail stores such as The Limited.
Students also visit historical homes to study architecture and furnishings.
Planning is continuing for a January trip to study European fashion, architecture and interior decoration. Professors in the Social Sciences Division stay abreast of the latest trends and developments in their areas of expertise through direct contact with professionals as well as through participation in professional organizations. Excellent relationships with social service agencies, counseling centers and government and community offices enable them to arrange viable internships for students.