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.
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