History
History Fundamentals
History offers us the way to understand and recapture the past as we strive to shape the present and the future.
- Courses provide the fundamentals of historical training and help develop critical thinking skills.
NEW beginning Fall 2023 – History B.A./J.D. (3+3)
Get your undergrad and law degree in 6 years instead of 7. The fourth year of the bachelor’s degree is fulfilled through the successful completion of the first-year law school courses.
Our Faculty
- are innovative and interactive
- dedicated to excellence in research and service
Akron Advantage
Hands-on Research
Experience history firsthand through our research facilities:
- Pan African Center for Community Studies
- Sally Miller Center for the Humanities
- Journal of Northeast Ohio History offers editorial experience and publication opportunities
Real-world Experience
Gain practical professional experience through UA's optional cooperative education program. Through co-op, you’ll alternate semesters of work and school while earning a competitive salary.
Recent placements include:
- Hale Farm and Village
- Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
- Western Reserve Historical Society
- City of Akron Planning Department
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
- Akron Beacon Journal
- Cleveland Orchestra
History Student Organizations
Interact with other history students and professionals in the field through organizations such as:
- Phi Alpha Theta (history honorary)
- Pre-Law Club
- College Democrats
- College Republicans
- Associated Student Government
Sample Curriculum
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