What you will study
Undergraduate students who choose to minor in History take a combination of lower-level
courses in American and World History and upper-level courses of their choice. The
upper-level courses delve deeply into topics such as the Renaissance or Reformation,
the American or French Revolution, Japanese history, public history and the U.S. Civil
War.
Other exciting History minor courses include:
- Missouri History: Study the history of our state, from the earliest times to the present.
- African American History: Gain an understanding of the economic, political and social developments of Black
Americans in the United States.
- History of Flight: Explore the history of flight, from the 18th century to the present, with special
topics in basic biological and physical mechanics of flight.
- Hidden Histories: Take a creative and topical approach to history with this course that focuses on rotating
topics. Past course themes include African American history in films as well as sports
history.
Learn from UCM’s expert faculty who teach and conduct research in regions and countries
across the globe.
Unique learning opportunities in history
The University of Central Missouri’s minor in History program provides you with multi-faceted
academic and real-world opportunities to enhance your in-person or virtual classroom
learning:
- Faculty-guided historic tours: Benefiting from UCM’s convenient location, History minors have a variety of opportunities
to join faculty on field trips to nearby historical institutions. Visit the National
World War I Museum, the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum, the Johnson
County Historical Society and more.
- Study abroad: Experience history where it happened. With more than 60 countries to choose from,
including Peru, Jamaica, New Zealand, Cuba, Jordan and Sweden, UCM’s study abroad
program provides an experience you’ll always remember.
- Digital technologies: An important part of history is documenting the past to make it accessible for the
future. As a History minor at UCM, you’ll create websites, write entries for mobile
apps, create virtual reality simulations and more for direct experience using 21st-century
technologies while preserving historical records and artifacts.
What can you do with a minor in History from UCM?
Students who minor in History build key skill sets and perspectives that prepare them
for successful careers in any field they choose. If you’re studying computer science,
for example, a minor in History provides a rich context to understand the evolution
of human technologies. If you’re studying elementary education, a minor in History
can provide inspiration for how to best approach the teaching of the past to younger
generations.
Undergraduate students who minor in History also go on to pursue a variety of career
paths in law, journalism, nonprofits, state and federal government and business.
Explore fulfilling careers with a History minor
UCM graduates with a minor in History enjoy competitive salaries, job growth and options
for rewarding and in-demand careers. Use the interactive tool below to discover the
possibilities.
Financial assistance options for your History minor
The University of Central Missouri offers affordability, value and a 21st-century
college education that prepares you for today’s competitive job market. LendEDU has
recognized UCM for its low student debt, and we provide a variety of resources to
help you finance your college education.
You may also qualify for program scholarships through the History program or your
major area of study. You can learn more about program-specific scholarships at the
UCM Scholarship Finder.
Meet Christopher N.
History Minor
“The UCM History program not only helped round out a great education, but it also
taught me skills that extend to the business world. Analysis of research and literature,
critical thinking and my professors’ expectation that students should be able to translate
that to written work were invaluable skills I gained in UCM’s history program.”
Meet Our Faculty
Dr. Delia Gillis, Professor History/Africana Studies
Dr. Gillis is an expert in African and African American history. She’s active in the
region — and on campus — when it comes to historical outreach and publicity concerning
Black History. Dr. Gillis has offered several study-abroad courses in Jamaica. She
is also a UCM alum.
Get to Know the Professors
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