Department of History and Geography

The word history comes from the Greek and Latin terms for inquiring and knowing. It describes a branch of knowledge in which we seek to learn about human life over time. We debate concepts and theories about why humans have acted in specific ways, which leads to ideas about society today. It is often present-day concerns that inspire the study of the past – we wish to know how we got to where we are.

A major in history provides students with the skills required to seek out knowledge, analyze complex issues and present conclusions in a clear and thoughtful manner.

Special Opportunities
The history department offers specialization in liberal arts and pre-law. The department attempts to help students with internship opportunities.

Graduate Schools
TLU history majors have been admitted to the following graduate schools:

• George Washington University (D.C.)
• The University of Manchester (England)
• The University of Texas at Austin
• The University of Wisconsin
• The University of New Mexico
• The University of Texas at San Antonio
• The University of Hawaii
• Texas State University

Students often do their graduate work in other fields such as business administration, political science, communications, or theology.

Career Opportunities
Some professions that history majors go on to pursue include:

• Editing and writing
• Administration
• Research for science and industry
• Journalism
• Counseling
• Law
• Religious work
• Library science
• Archivists