
History

Major or Minor in
History is the study of how small and large events impact and create change. A major in History at Linfield develops your critical thinking, research and problem-solving skills while honing your ability to communicate with others. Nurture your curiosity and passion for the past via small, hands-on classes, student-faculty collaborative research projects, and in-depth writing projects focusing on a variety of historical topics. A History major prepares you for a swiftly changing job market and a wide variety of professional careers.
As a history major at Linfield
Environmental History of The United States
Europe in The Age of The French Revolution
The US-Mexico Border Region
Studying history at Linfield
Critically analyze and assess historical causation and change
Develop an awareness of and sensitivity to the values and attitudes of diverse peoples in other times and places
Develop strong oral and written communication skills
Internships provide invaluable hands-on experience and further develop your professional skills. Some companies where history majors at Linfield have found internship placements include:
Boise State Library |
Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum |
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) |
Museum of the Oregon Territory/Clackamas County Historical Society |
Political Campaign of Jeff Merkley |
Sausalito Library |
Veteran's Legacies |