The objectives of the Department of History are both general and specific. The general aim is to broaden and deepen the student's knowledge of the principal events, trends, institutions and persons of historic significance which, taken together, give a better understanding of the past and contemporary worlds and so provide the student with a critique of our world, a sympathetic understanding of our time, its values and its new directions. Particular stress is placed on sound writing and reading skills. The department also works hard to show students how the skills they develop in the classroom are of practical value in a vast array of careers.
Students can choose from a growing number of history internships.
They can also make use of the many services provided in the university's Career Center. Last Updated 31 January 2001 by Dr. Thomas J. Schaeper. Copyright 1999 St. Bonaventure University. All rights reserved. Any other trademarks and copyrights used are the property of their respective owners.