History

Program Type: Major, Minor

Program Level: Undergraduate

Department: Arts and Humanities

History is the study of people, the choices they make, their conflicts and beliefs, and how these have shaped the world we live in today. By asking how societies change over time and why people act as they do, history provides context and tools that help students participate thoughtfully in civic life and better understand their place within a global community. Students develop skills employers consistently seek: research, writing, effective communication, and the ability to organize and interpret large amounts of information, setting them up for a wide range of meaningful careers.

Program Types

Bachelor of Arts
Major
- History
- History Education
Minor
- History

Major Requirements

MAJOR COURSE REQUIREMENTS: 30 CREDITS

HIS 110 World History I
HIS 111 World History II
HIS 210 U.S. History to 1877
HIS 211 U.S. History Since 1877
HIS 323* Constitutional History
HIS 346* U.S. Diplomatic History
HIS 361* History of Christianity
HIS 371* The Second World War
HIS 380* Recent America: 1932 – Present
HIS 391* History of the American West

*History 386 (Selected Topics) or History 399 (Independent Study) courses may be substituted upon department approval. A minimum of 30 credits is required for the major.

Other Requirements

Students pursuing a history major or minor leading to certification as a teacher may require additional coursework (HIS-391 is required for South Dakota certification). These students require early counseling by faculty in history and teacher education.

Minor Requirements

Minor Course Requirements: 18 credits

HIS 110 World History I
HIS 111 World History II
HIS 210 U.S. History to 1877
HIS 211 U.S. History Since 1877

Choose two of the following courses:

HIS 323 Constitutional History
HIS 346 U.S. Diplomatic History
HIS 361 History of Christianity
HIS 371 The Second World War
HIS 380 Recent America: 1932-Present
HIS 391 History of the American West

Faculty

Dr. Brett Russler
Assistant Professor of History

Dr. Terry Nelson
Professor of Social Sciences

Start your journey.

QUESTIONS? CONTACT:

dr. brett russler

assistant PROFESSOR OF history

email: brett.russler@mountmarty.edu

phone: 605-668-1530