Not credited to History major requirements. An introduction to applied history methodology. The course concentrates on archival techniques for manuscript and record collection and preservation, and oral history techniques, interviewing, and transcribing. Applied History Internship An internship in local historical or manuscript collections for history majors. A course in research methods.
Students research their own topic, write a paper, and defend the research before the seminar.
Reading seminars provide upper level students with the opportunity to pursue a particular topic, selected by historical theme, epoch, or interpretation.