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Why study history at Fort Lewis? Three reasons -- the resources, the learning opportunities and the location.
The opportunities to study abroad are another reason. The History Department offers an Innovative Month -- a program that offers focused and in-depth study by traveling to a region and immersing yourself in a culture. Last summer, students traveled to a medieval monastery and manor in Southern France. They uncovered artifacts, studied monastic customs, architecture, and learned about the realities that made the lives and works of monks and nuns a valued part of medieval society.
Durango is a third reason. The community thrives on its history. The Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge -- an historical train that winds through our San Juan Mountains -- attracts thousands of visitors. The historical downtown and Victorian homes, nearby Mesa Verde are all part of Southwest Colorado.
In earning a history degree, you'll read all forms of critical and narrative writings. You'll gain a sense of your own cultural roots, and the cultural diversity of our common past. Our small classes, quality faculty, hands-on learning and liberal arts focus make our school first rate.
You can focus your History degree with an emphasis in the following:
European - Choose courses on the Soviet Union, Ancient Rome and Germany, among others.
United States - Examples of upper level classes include the Revolution, Civil War and Colorado History.
World - Courses cover Africa, Asia and Latin America, among others.
Many of our history majors become licensed teachers or prepare to attend law school. If you're interested in our history program, contact our faculty.
History will jump off the pages in your text books, immersing you in cultures and events. You can also travel abroad with your professor to learn European and World history.