"Some people make headlines while other make history."
~Philip Elmer-DeWitt

What is History?

History is the study of past. By studying history, students learn about how the events of the past have led us to the present day. Through studying the culture, economics, and events of yesteryear through primary research, critical analysis, and the writing of scholarly research papers, students of history will become assets in both the private and public sectors because they have developed skills as both writers and critical thinkers.

To view the History Department's website, click here:
http://www.wpunj.edu/cohss/departments/history/

Admissions information on History:
http://www.wpunj.edu/admissions/undergraduate/academic-programs/programs_detail.dot?id=125608

Skills valued by employers of History Majors:

• Ability to examine and interpret world events
• See correlations and relationships between events and factors
• Write and present information in a clear, succinct manner
• Interpret ideas and events

Possible Job Titles

Aside from majoring in history, what else can I do that may enhance my qualifications?

Students in the History major at William Paterson have numerous opportunities to enhance their academic experience. Students can contact the department about internships in such places as museums, law offices, and government. Also, many students find that a study abroad experience enhances their curriculum because they are given the opportunity to experience history first hand. Students can join the History Club which will enable them to meet others in their major with similar interests and career goals. The department also offers membership to Phi Alpha Theta, the History Honors Society, to students who meet certain GPA requirements. Students contact the department for more information.

What else can I read about sales?

Related Web Sites :

American Historical Association http://www.historians.org/

Phi Alpha Theta http://web1.cas.usf.edu/PAT/

The History Channel http://www.historychannel.com/

Other sources of information :

Please drop by the Career Development and Advisement Center to learn more about careers in history. The career library carries career-specific books and counselors are available to answer any further questions you may have. Visiting the Department of History on campus may also prove valuable in addressing questions.

The Career Development and Gloria S. Williams Advisement Center
Student Center 301, 300 Pompton Road Wayne, NJ 07470
Phone 973.720.2281/2282 Fax 973.720.2074

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