History is the study of the record of the human past. At Capital, students acquire knowledge of a wide range of historical eras and then develop the analytical ability to assess and synthesize historical data and historical interpretations. The ability to interpret history allows us to acquire insights into patterns and trends so that the past can be made relevant to the present.
Program
Capital University offers a variety of programs to those students who wish to pursue the field of history. Students may choose the standard history major, or they may choose the history major and education through the social studies licensure program. By completing the history major, taking additional social studies courses and fulfilling education requirements, one becomes licensed by the state of Ohio to teach in grades 7-12.
The history department also offers minors in African American/African studies, ethnic studies, women's studies and historic preservation. The latter includes an internship with a historical society, museum or archives. All history majors are encouraged to take advantage of the excellent internship opportunities, which abound locally in Columbus and expand to locations like Washington, D.C. A semester overseas is available through the Office of International Education.
Faculty
The history faculty is dedicated, caring and committed to excellence in teaching and in academic advising. The department offers a wide range of history courses and specialists to teach them including: specialists in American history who teach U.S. history survey courses, as well as Civil War, Constitutional history, U.S. history since 1945, and the history of sports; African-American history, Native American history and women's history also are offered. The department also has a number of course offerings in European history, including ancient history, medieval history, Renaissance and Reformation, and English and Russian history. The international course offerings include histories of Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, China and Japan.
Careers and Placement
History majors are valuable to employers because they are capable of organizing and analyzing information. With a history major, a student can enter many careers, including business, teaching, museums, archives, historical society work, politics, journalism, foreign service, law or government work.
What Are Some of Our Alumni Doing Now?
They are:
- Teachers
- Editorial Assistants
- Senior Trust Officers
- Lawyers
- Professors
- Pastors
- Systems Consultants
- Archivists
They work in organizations as diverse as:
- AT&T
- American Writer Institute
- Department of Defense
- Ohio Historical Society
- Chariot Eagle, Inc.
- National Archives, Washington, D.C.
- Ohio Department of Transportation
- Columbus Public Schools
- Public schools throughout Ohio
- Franklin County Court
Four-Year Sample Schedule of a History Major:
Freshman-Fall Semester
UC 110* College Reading & Writing- 3
HIST 170 Introduction to History-1
UC 150* Global Awareness- 3
HIST 100 Western Civilization: Ancient to 1660-3
Elective-3
Foreign Language-4
17 hours | Sophomore-Fall Semester
UC 310* Fine Arts- 3
UC 230* Social Science- 3
HIST 120 History of the United States I-3
HIST 270 Historical Methodology-1
UC 200* Cultural Pluralism- 3
Elective-3
16 hours
| Junior-Fall Semester
UC 310* Humanities- 3
HIST 345 History of Japan-3
HIST 385 History of Russia-3
Elective-3
Elective-3
15 hours
| Senior-Fall Semester
UC 410* Ethical Issues- 3
HIST 495 Internship-3-6
HIST 331 Ancient History-3
HIST 360 American Indian History-3
Elective-3
15-18 hours
|
Freshman-Spring Semester
UC 140* Quantitative Reasoning- 3
UC 120* Oral Communication- 3
HIST 101 Western Civilization: 1660 to present-3
Foreign Language-4
Elective-3
16 hours
| Sophomore-Spring Semester
UC 240* Science and Technology- 3
UC 220* Religion- 3
HIST 121 History of the United States II-3
HIST 260 African American History -3
Elective-3
15 hours
| Junior-Spring Semester
HIST 325 History of Modern China -3
HIST 333 Renaissance and
Reformation-3
POLS 105 American Government-3
Elective-3
Elective-3
15 hours
| Senior-Spring Semester
HIST 470 Seminar-4
HIST 421 United States Since 1945-3
Elective-3
Elective-3
Elective-3
16 hours |
All courses subject to availability and advisor approval.
*All undergraduates must demonstrate that these General Education goals have been met.
History Major with Licensure in Integrated Social Studies
Four-Year Program for the History Major with Licensure in Integrated Social Studies
- Complete history major as outlined above.
- Complete 10 social studies courses from the following subject areas: political science, geography, economics, psychology and sociology.
- Complete required education courses, including student teaching.
Upon completion of the above program the student will receive a teaching license in integrated social studies from the state of Ohio.
The Capital University Teacher Education Program is accredited by the Ohio Department of Education and the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Placement
Receive help finding a job through Capital's Teacher Placement Office, assisting graduates in their search for teaching positions. Capital has one of the highest rates among Ohio colleges and universities in placing its teacher education graduates.
Financial Aid
Part of Capital's tradition includes a commitment to helping students and parents find resources to finance their university experience. Individualized assistance is available through a variety of options, including scholarships, grants, loans and campus employment.