The History Program provides students with analytical and communication skills that are vital for their future success and for that of our society. It empowers them to put those skills into practice through rigorous coursework and a variety of optional internships in public and private sector jobs. History students critically examine past decisions, look for patterns, and make decisions accordingly. These skills are sought after in business, law, public policy, government, education, non-profit organizations, museums, journalism, and the ministry.
All History classes at UMD are taught by faculty who are experts in their fields and who have published books and articles at top tier presses and journals. UMD History majors not only have the opportunity to work directly with their professors on research projects, but they also have the option to participate in academic conferences and complete internships at museums and other cultural heritage organizations throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin as well as overseas. History faculty lead study abroad programs in Poland, Panama, Ireland, and Jamaica, and History majors have access to departmental scholarships and History alumni mentors.