History

The History Major

The study of history is a crucial aspect of a liberal education. History provides a sense of perspective on the processes of social, political, and economic change that literally have shaped the world. The study of history deepens and broadens one’s understanding of the ways institutions and attitudes bring about change over time. Lyon history students experience the varied work of the modern historian, especially the historian as detective and as interpreter. Working with both evidence and ideas, in the classroom and in the field, history majors have the opportunity to refine their skills in critical reading, reasoning, research, and writing.

The History Minor

This course of study is designed as a second field for students interested in history and in developing their skills in reasoning, research, and writing.