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“The biggest area of growth for me as a Mount Mary student was that I became much more personally motivated just by being exposed to the realm of knowledge students are offered. It was very enriching for me as a person”

–Lynne, Class of 1992

History and Political Science Department

An undergraduate degree in history can open the door to a number of fascinating and rewarding careers.
Study in this field also provides a strong foundation of knowledge that sparks a quest for life-long learning.

The History and Political Science Department at Mount Mary College introduces you to an exploration of the record of human experience and helps develop insight into the issues that confronted individuals, the choices they made, and the consequences of those choices.

Course studies enable you to undertake an informed approach to the political, social, and moral issues of society as a discriminating citizen of the nation and the world. Graduates are well prepared to pursue a wide array of careers or advanced study. A faculty advisor is available to aide students in making a career choice.

Unique to the History Department, many courses are offered in the online or online/on demand format. This allows students to keep moving toward their degree completion requirements at a convenient time for them. Each semester the following courses are offered -

  • HIS 106 - World Civilization I (online)
  • HIS 154 - US History Part II (online)
  • HIS 270 - Modern Asia (online/on demand)
  • HIS 298 - Women in American History (online/on demand)
  • HIS 301 - Cooperatives (online/on demand)
  • HIS 306/JUS 106 - History of Crime and Justice (online/on demand)
  • HIS 348 - 20th Century Europe (online/on demand)
  • HIS 355 - 20th Century U.S. (online/on demand)
  • HIS 360 - History of Wisconsin (online/on demand)
  • HIS 361 - Native Americans of Wisconsin (online/on demand)

Student majoring within the History and Political Science Department complete a professional experience segment such as an internship, cooperative study project, or student teaching. This experience is usually scheduled for the junior or senior year. Locations are offered at a variety of settings and are based on your career goals. Recently students have held internships in Washington, DC, in Wisconsin Senator Herb Kohl's Office, and at the Milwaukee County Historical Society.