History/Secondary Education Double Major, B.A./B.S.

General Information:

Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science

The objectives of the history major are: 1) to develop a knowledge of the major events, individuals, institutions, and ideas that have shaped American and Western history  (academic); 2) to cultivate skills in the collection, evaluation, and communication of historical data, and to prepare hard-working students of character for successful careers in education, business, law, the ministry, libraries and museums, and public service (vocational); 3) to explore the influence of the Judeo-Christian tradition in shaping both American and Western culture and to acquire an awareness of the breadth and diversity of that tradition and its implications for our lives (Christian); 4) to appreciate American ideals and institutions and their roots in the broader Western experience in order to encourage civic engagement and love of country (patriotic); and 5) to expose students to and to engage them in discussion of great works of literature, art, architecture, and music from throughout the American and Western traditions producing well-rounded individuals with high personal standards of virtue, truth, and beauty (cultural). 

Requirements:

History/Secondary Education:

In addition to the courses required for a major in history, students seeking a double major in secondary education with emphasis in history and social studies must complete all courses required by the state of Missouri for secondary certification (see Secondary Education  section under Education for additional course requirements) and all of the following hours in the social studies:

• Political Science (U.S. and state) (6)
• Economics (recommend ECN 203 ) (3)
• Geography (HST 203 ) (3)
• Behavioral Science (recommend PSY 103  and FAM 103 ) (6) *
• Methods of Teaching Social Studies (HST 403 ) (3)