History, United States History Option, B.A.
Students who pursue work in History benefit in a variety of ways. Their studies afford them entree to the riches of the recorded past and understanding of the process of historical change. At the same time, a History major enables them to develop critical reading and writing skills which are valuable in life and in any employment field they choose to enter.
Students graduating with a B.A. in History from Cal State East Bay will be able to:
1. know basic analytic concepts for assembling, organizing, and interpreting historical evidence, and achieve digital literacy in accessing and presenting historical materials;
2. demonstrate significant knowledge of major events and trends in their area of concentration;
3. write and speak clearly and persuasively about historical themes and topics, and work collaboratively with others in solving historical problems;
4. conduct historical research in primary sources, provide original interpretation of sources, and accurately reference all sources;
5. comprehend differences and similarities among diverse peoples and cultures over time and develop an historical perspective on social responsibility and sustainability.
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