University of Central MissouriHistory, Anthropology,

Africana Studies, and Social Studies Eric Tenbus, Ph.D.

Professor of History and Department Chair

tenbus@ucmo.edu

660-543-4525

ucmo.edu/hist-anth

HISTORYBACHELOR OF SCIENCE

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ScholarshipsFour unique scholarships are available exclusively for History students.

• Alfred E. Twomey Scholarship

• Arthur F. McClure II Archives Scholarship

• Charles Mayes History Scholarship (multiple awards each year)

• Ruth Boles Koeing Scholarship

For criteria on the above scholarships,

and to view other scholarships visitucmo.edu/mocents. Scholarship applications are due March 1.

Federal financial aid is available.UCM’s FAFSA Code: 002454

CHOOSE RED

About HistoryIt’s been written, “The past is a foreign country. They do things differently there.” Interpreting and comprehending the past is challenging, but it can make us wiser in our professional and personal decision-making. Study history to gain a better understanding of today’s complex world and to seek the best vision for tomorrow. A History degree provides a broad understanding of history while sharpening your critical-thinking, writing and research skills.

Choose Red to uncover and rediscover.

• Business Leaders

• Historians

• Journalists

• Lawyers

• Museum and Archive Professionals

• Politicians and Political Advisors

• State Park/Historical Site Professionals

• Teachers or Professors

With a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of

Arts degree in History, you won’t be stuck

reading dusty old books–unless that’s what you

love. Whether your hobby includes blogging or

social activism, you can tailor your degree to fit

your passion.

With a degree in History you can venture into almost any career. University

of Central Missouri History graduates have become:

Customized Degree Track (B.S. in History)The best long-term career prospects include combining a liberal arts degree with another discipline. Use nine or more of your 45 free-elective credit hours to get a customized History degree and work towards a complementary minor or double major outside of history. Choose a track below or work with an advisor to create your own. Pre-selected History tracks can easily lead to a minor or degree certificate in the following:

• Digital Media Production

• Business Management

• Geographic Information Systems

• Law or Legal Studies

• Web Management

Study Abroad OpportunitiesYou’ve learned the history; now visit countries like the United Kingdom, France, Germany or South Korea. Broaden your perspective by combining exploration with your history studies. Programs are available for the fall, spring and summer semesters. Study options vary from a year-long program, semester, summer or internship. For more information on study abroad programs, visit ucmo.edu/studyabroad.

Engaged LearningActive participation in student organizations, research development and presentation, internships, and study abroad experiences contribute to your professional growth, enhance your networking opportunities and add to your engaged-learning experiences.

• In conjunction with UCM’s communication department, History students used their writing, research and talent to help produce the university-broadcasted show This Week in History.

• Students have interned at the Arrow Rock State Historical Site, the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum, the Nelson-Atkins Museum, Whiteman Air Force Base, the World War I Museum and more.

Student Organizations for History Majors• Africana Studies Club

• Anthropology Club

• Geography Club

• History Club

• Mock Trial Teams

• Model United Nations

• Talking Mules Speech and Debate Team

“I appreciate the UCM history department and professors for instilling the value of writing and storytelling. They provided me with the necessary tools for a successful career in law.”

James Montgomery, UCM B.S. in History and Political Science alumnus

JD, University of Missouri, and Kansas City attorney