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History Majors | College in Charlotte | Wingate University
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History
As a history major, you learn from professors with specialties in regions around the world. They enjoy conducting research, but they’re teachers first. From one-on-one tutoring to group problem-solving, you won’t feel lost in any of the history courses you take.
Classes are small, and you receive personal attention. And you’ll always feel comfortable adding to the discussion.
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
History majors have opportunities to learn far away from campus by taking
W’International seminars
. History professors often lead these study abroad trips and are knowledgeable guides. As a history major, you can conduct an internship at a location near campus, somewhere in the United States or somewhere abroad. You earn academic credit as you gain career experience.
You conduct research in your history classes and with your senior thesis. These opportunities give you the freedom to learn more about a topic you’re interested in as you tighten your research skills.
Known as History 499 – Senior Thesis in History in the list of history courses, the project provides valuable research experience for graduate school. If you conduct a senior thesis in history, you:
Develop a research question
Conduct in-depth research using primary and secondary sources
Write a formal 15- to 25-page essay
Present your research to students and professors
First Year
Second Year
Third Year
Fourth Year
Category
To Do
Courses
Start your study of history with HIST 110 and HIST 111. Broaden your horizons with classes from the
core curriculum
. Talk to your advisor about whether a BA or BS makes the most sense for you.
Opportunities
Get involved by joining a
student organization
on campus. Make connections at the alumni-student mixer at Homecoming. Get acquainted with the
Writing Center
, and go to Lyceums about developing study skills.
Research
Get connected to history by meeting your
academic advisor
to talk about your professional goals. Research issues that interest you. Take an elective in a field you are considering for your minor.
Exploration
Take the
FOCUS2
survey to identify your strengths. Research possible careers to begin planning your path. History prepares you for a wide range of career pathways, from State Department work to Law degrees, public history and museums to leadership in organizations, and everywhere in between.
Category
To Do
Courses
Begin taking your regional history courses, as well as required social science courses. Take History 300 to learn how historians decipher the past. Make progress on your core curriculum requirements. Now is the ideal time to
choose a minor
.
Opportunities
Attend the
Wellspring Symposium
in the spring to see examples of outstanding student research at Wingate. Consider volunteering with an organization relevant to your interests, such as a charity or local historical society.
Research
Sophomore year is a great time to see history in action in a
W'Engage
class or other service learning course. Research whether a study abroad opportunity would open doors for you.
Exploration
Continue researching career paths. Reach out to alumni to learn about the great variety of things you can do with a history degree. Do a gap analysis to identify strengths and weaknesses on your resume. Consider an internship in the summer after your sophomore year.
Category
To Do
Courses
Complete your core curriculum courses and delve into the upper level courses in history and in your minor. Start thinking about what topic you want to explore in your senior thesis.
Opportunities
Run for a leadership position in a student organization. Help other students succeed by
becoming a tutor
. Participate in International Education Week. Present your best research paper at the Wellspring Symposium in the spring.
Research
Talk to your advisor about the Fulbright program. Consider a
W'International
study abroad experience, or whether a more in-depth study abroad is right for you. Talk to your advisor about whether a summer research project would advance your career goals.
Exploration
Research the specifics of a
career path
with an internship or job shadowing. Identify faculty that can act as references next year. If you are considering applying for graduate school, study for entrance exams in the spring to prepare for a test in the summer.
Category
To Do
Courses
Finish your history courses and the requirements for your minor. Identify your thesis supervisor in the fall and finish your senior thesis in the spring.
Opportunities
Be a leader in a student organization. Consider trying to publish your senior thesis. Explore ways to stay connected to local and global communities after graduation. For those interested, apply for a Fulbright in the fall.
Research
Present at International Education Week in the fall. Consider whether the Peace Corps or AmeriCorps is right for you.
Exploration
Complete your degree audit. Ask your letter writers for their references early in the fall.
Create a resume
and LinkedIn profile. Apply to jobs and/or graduate programs.
Career Opportunities
Faculty
Majoring in history helps you develop other skills you need for a successful future. Communication, problem-solving and analytical skills prepare you for a number of career fields, including:
Anthropology
Archaeology
Business
Education
Government
Journalism
Law
Politics
John Barham
Adjunct History Instructor
Jason Doom
Adjunct
Joseph Ellis
Professor of Political Science; Assistant Dean, Arts and Sciences, Professor of Political Science
Phillip Garland
Adjunct Professor, History
Abannik Hino
Associate Professor, History
Carrie Hoefferle
Dean of Arts and Sciences, Professor of History
Sydney Marshall
Professor
David Mitchell
Assistant Professor, American History;, Director, Race & Ethnic Studies
Ross Ritter
Adjunct Faculty
Jim Stegall
Adjunct Facutly, BLS Program and History/Political Science
Chris Stonestreet
Adjunct Faculty, History
Ben Thorne
Assistant Professor, History
Chandra Waller
Adjunct Faculty, History
Jacob Wobig
Associate Professor, Political Science
Career Opportunities
Majoring in history helps you develop other skills you need for a successful future. Communication, problem-solving and analytical skills prepare you for a number of career fields, including:
Anthropology
Archaeology
Business
Education
Government
Journalism
Law
Politics
Do you want to teach history?
Check out Licensure
Gracie McCallister '21
My time at Wingate University as a history major was truly one of the most valuable experiences of my life. I was able to learn from amazing professors and hone transferable skills that prepared me for a multitude of careers. I ultimately decided to become a teacher to share my love of history with students and support them in developing critical thinking skills.
Julia Lasure '22
My time at Wingate University was instrumental in shaping my graduate and professional careers. I learned the basics of research that I use in my every day projects. I also learned the importance of working with community members during my internship with Dr. David Mitchell documenting the Poplar Springs Missionary Baptist Church Original Cemetery.
Questions?
Dr. Jacob Wobig
j.wobig@wingate.edu
Skip To Main Content
History
As a history major, you learn from professors with specialties in regions around the world. They enjoy conducting research, but they’re teachers first. From one-on-one tutoring to group problem-solving, you won’t feel lost in any of the history courses you take.
Classes are small, and you receive personal attention. And you’ll always feel comfortable adding to the discussion.
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
History majors have opportunities to learn far away from campus by taking
W’International seminars
. History professors often lead these study abroad trips and are knowledgeable guides. As a history major, you can conduct an internship at a location near campus, somewhere in the United States or somewhere abroad. You earn academic credit as you gain career experience.
You conduct research in your history classes and with your senior thesis. These opportunities give you the freedom to learn more about a topic you’re interested in as you tighten your research skills.
Known as History 499 – Senior Thesis in History in the list of history courses, the project provides valuable research experience for graduate school. If you conduct a senior thesis in history, you:
Develop a research question
Conduct in-depth research using primary and secondary sources
Write a formal 15- to 25-page essay
Present your research to students and professors
First Year
Second Year
Third Year
Fourth Year
Category
To Do
Courses
Start your study of history with HIST 110 and HIST 111. Broaden your horizons with classes from the
core curriculum
. Talk to your advisor about whether a BA or BS makes the most sense for you.
Opportunities
Get involved by joining a
student organization
on campus. Make connections at the alumni-student mixer at Homecoming. Get acquainted with the
Writing Center
, and go to Lyceums about developing study skills.
Research
Get connected to history by meeting your
academic advisor
to talk about your professional goals. Research issues that interest you. Take an elective in a field you are considering for your minor.
Exploration
Take the
FOCUS2
survey to identify your strengths. Research possible careers to begin planning your path. History prepares you for a wide range of career pathways, from State Department work to Law degrees, public history and museums to leadership in organizations, and everywhere in between.
Category
To Do
Courses
Begin taking your regional history courses, as well as required social science courses. Take History 300 to learn how historians decipher the past. Make progress on your core curriculum requirements. Now is the ideal time to
choose a minor
.
Opportunities
Attend the
Wellspring Symposium
in the spring to see examples of outstanding student research at Wingate. Consider volunteering with an organization relevant to your interests, such as a charity or local historical society.
Research
Sophomore year is a great time to see history in action in a
W'Engage
class or other service learning course. Research whether a study abroad opportunity would open doors for you.
Exploration
Continue researching career paths. Reach out to alumni to learn about the great variety of things you can do with a history degree. Do a gap analysis to identify strengths and weaknesses on your resume. Consider an internship in the summer after your sophomore year.
Category
To Do
Courses
Complete your core curriculum courses and delve into the upper level courses in history and in your minor. Start thinking about what topic you want to explore in your senior thesis.
Opportunities
Run for a leadership position in a student organization. Help other students succeed by
becoming a tutor
. Participate in International Education Week. Present your best research paper at the Wellspring Symposium in the spring.
Research
Talk to your advisor about the Fulbright program. Consider a
W'International
study abroad experience, or whether a more in-depth study abroad is right for you. Talk to your advisor about whether a summer research project would advance your career goals.
Exploration
Research the specifics of a
career path
with an internship or job shadowing. Identify faculty that can act as references next year. If you are considering applying for graduate school, study for entrance exams in the spring to prepare for a test in the summer.
Category
To Do
Courses
Finish your history courses and the requirements for your minor. Identify your thesis supervisor in the fall and finish your senior thesis in the spring.
Opportunities
Be a leader in a student organization. Consider trying to publish your senior thesis. Explore ways to stay connected to local and global communities after graduation. For those interested, apply for a Fulbright in the fall.
Research
Present at International Education Week in the fall. Consider whether the Peace Corps or AmeriCorps is right for you.
Exploration
Complete your degree audit. Ask your letter writers for their references early in the fall.
Create a resume
and LinkedIn profile. Apply to jobs and/or graduate programs.
Career Opportunities
Faculty
Majoring in history helps you develop other skills you need for a successful future. Communication, problem-solving and analytical skills prepare you for a number of career fields, including:
Anthropology
Archaeology
Business
Education
Government
Journalism
Law
Politics
John Barham
Adjunct History Instructor
Jason Doom
Adjunct
Joseph Ellis
Professor of Political Science; Assistant Dean, Arts and Sciences, Professor of Political Science
Phillip Garland
Adjunct Professor, History
Abannik Hino
Associate Professor, History
Carrie Hoefferle
Dean of Arts and Sciences, Professor of History
Sydney Marshall
Professor
David Mitchell
Assistant Professor, American History;, Director, Race & Ethnic Studies
Ross Ritter
Adjunct Faculty
Jim Stegall
Adjunct Facutly, BLS Program and History/Political Science
Chris Stonestreet
Adjunct Faculty, History
Ben Thorne
Assistant Professor, History
Chandra Waller
Adjunct Faculty, History
Jacob Wobig
Associate Professor, Political Science
Career Opportunities
Majoring in history helps you develop other skills you need for a successful future. Communication, problem-solving and analytical skills prepare you for a number of career fields, including:
Anthropology
Archaeology
Business
Education
Government
Journalism
Law
Politics
Do you want to teach history?
Check out Licensure
Gracie McCallister '21
My time at Wingate University as a history major was truly one of the most valuable experiences of my life. I was able to learn from amazing professors and hone transferable skills that prepared me for a multitude of careers. I ultimately decided to become a teacher to share my love of history with students and support them in developing critical thinking skills.
Julia Lasure '22
My time at Wingate University was instrumental in shaping my graduate and professional careers. I learned the basics of research that I use in my every day projects. I also learned the importance of working with community members during my internship with Dr. David Mitchell documenting the Poplar Springs Missionary Baptist Church Original Cemetery.
Questions?
Dr. Jacob Wobig
j.wobig@wingate.edu