SUGGESTED MINORS
African & African-American Studies
American Studies
Christian Studies
European Studies
Gender Studies
Hispanic World Studies
International Studies
CAREER COMPETENCIES
Communication
Critical Thinking
Equity & Inclusion
Leadership
The History program propels students into the dynamic history of the world. In addition to studying World Civilization, students progress through European, Non-Western, and American histories by delving into the narratives of each period.
History is a popular program of study for entry into law schools and theological seminaries. History is also an excellent academic background for careers in journalism, education, telecommunications, museums, government, and Foreign Service, or business management.
SUCCESS AS A SAINT
Check the advising worksheet in The Halo to review your major requirements.
Discuss your progression and future goals with a Success Coach.
Talk to a Career Educator about your steps after Limestone in terms of further education, career goals, certifications, and more.
Get the experience you need through opportunities at Limestone using Saints Maps.
HOW TO USE THIS MAP
Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at Limestone; including academic and co-curricular opportunities. Each student’s Limestone experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.
HISTORY
PREPARE FOR
SUCCESS
Review your 4-year degree plan and the academic catalog
Introduce yourself to your First-Year Advisor/ Success Coach and meet with them regularly
Discover library resources and the Equity & Inclusion Office
Join an on-campus organization to gain more connections
Explore volunteer and service-learning opportunities or job-shadowing
Participate in speaker and special events hosted by the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Begin researching jobs in your field of study and narrow down to Top 5 choices
Create Handshake account
Complete PathwayU assessment to be reassured of your career choice
Explore average salaries for your career field
Consider adding a minor another field such as Museum Docent Studies
FIRST YEAR MIDDLE DEVELOP
Meet with your new faculty progress to degree
Participate in cultural the Professionalism Panel Consider adding a foreign schedule
Attend the Fall Internship industry-based internship
Start finalizing your resume Invest in proper business Career Closet
Create a LinkedIn profile
Attend the Fall Graduate options and start applying
HISTORY
LEARNING & ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
LEARNING EVERYWHERE
YEARS FINAL YEAR
minor or certificate in International Studies or Studies
faculty advisor to check
SAINTS ADVANTAGE
Engage in these opportunities to build competencies for your future.
CAREER PATHS
Work with your faculty advisor to ensure you have no outstanding course requirements
Complete your research seminar and enroll in ID 400 - a course that can assist you in finalizing your job search documents
Apply to graduate
events on campus such as Panel or Etiquette Dinner
foreign language to your Internship Fair and apply for an internship resume business attire or visit the Saints
profile Graduate School Fair to explore applying
Finalize your elevator pitch and attend the Spring Career Fair
Schedule a mock interview with the Center for Career & Professional Development
Present in the bi-annual Student Research and Presentations Symposium
EDUCATION
Set up an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development to ensure you are ready for the workforce
Keep a catalog of networking contacts and identify potential references
Apply for jobs in your field
SKILLS
Look to develop soft skills such as communication, leadership, and ability to problem solve
MIDDLE
Historian Education Law/ Government Librarian/ Archivist Museum Curator Journalist Economist or Market Analyst
Law School Theological Seminary Teaching Accreditation Foreign Service Exam
FURTHER
Research
Foreign Languages
GRADUATE SUCCESS
The data below outlines the path students in the program take within one year of graduation. (based on knowledge rate from 2021 graduate survey)
Recent students have attended graduate school or law school in: South Carolina, North Carolina, Michigan, Illinois, Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts, and Ireland.
Students complete their own academic research, which is helpful for graduate school.
History and History-Pre-Law are great majors if you’re interested in international and domestic travel.
Students work closely with our faculty allowing them to improve their skills in a friendly and personable environment.
LIFE AFTER GRADUATION
“During my time at Limestone, I was consistently astounded by the proficiency and intricacy of the history department. Without a doubt, it is one of the best departments on campus. You were able to connect on a personal level to all of the history professors. They have an incredible ability to make you feel at ease and comfortable while in lectures and on a 1-1
Thank you to the Major Maps Committee for their work on this project & dedication to student success:
Lindsay Bartholomew
Justin Davis
Katie Jones
Tom LeGrand
Katie Maher
Stacey Mason
Michelle Phillips-Meek
Kelly Tillinghast
basis. The history department helped to broaden my perspective on a variety of topics, not just in a historic sense, but always remaining in touch with the latest current affairs. They gave me the skills to feel confident in debate, be open to different interpretations, drawing inferences, as well as planting the educational tools that would enable you to succeed in your general college life.”
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