Minor in History

About this field

History is the study of past events, people and eras. The discipline involves research, reading and writing, with an emphasis on interpreting and analyzing information. The history program at Valdosta State University is a good choice for students interested in the discipline who want to broaden their educational horizons and prepare for a number of careers or graduate school.

The Valdosta State Difference

Students in the history program at Valdosta State enjoy small upper-level classes and have the opportunity to work closely with faculty members, who are actively engaged in research and writing and regularly attend and present at national conferences. Students have numerous opportunities to strengthen their studies outside the classroom through organizations like Phi Alpha Theta, an international honor society for history students, and by participating in internships at historical sites, museums and other discipline-related venues. The department offers numerous study abroad opportunities in which faculty and students travel to locales around the world to broaden their horizons and enrich their classroom experience.

What You'll Learn

The history minor requires 15 hours of coursework in upper-level courses and is a good choice for students interested in learning more about certain periods in history.

Careers

• Archivist
• Community Relations Professional
• Congressional Aide
• Historian
• Historic Site Professional
• Information Manager
• Journalist
• Lawyer
• Legislative Assistant
• Literary Agent
• Litigation Support Staff Member
• Lobbyist
• Market Research Analyst

• Museum Professional
• Museum Specialist
• News Correspondent
• Nonprofit Professional
• Paralegal
• Park Ranger
• Political Scientist
• Public Policy Specialist
• Publishing Executive
• Records Manager
• Secondary School Teacher
• Social Services Administrator