Fact Sheets

History @ MSUM

The study of history is central to both the humanities and the social sciences. Historians explore the full richness of human experience, from the greatest achievements the human intellect to the everyday struggles of common folk. Minnesota State University Moorhead's History Department reflects this breadth in its varied courses, which range from antiquity to the present, from East Asia to Minnesota, and across the spectrum of our diverse society.

Career Opportunities
History majors can find rewarding careers outside of teaching. Graduates have gone on to related careers in historical societies, archives, and museums. Others have found that History is excellent preparation for vocations such as law, journalism, library science, the ministry, and government service. Students majoring in History often pursue careers in the business world as well, where they find that the practical skills of careful research, analysis and effective communication they acquired through their educations prove beneficial in any number of careers. Graduate school is a common choice of students, either in History as preparation for  university-level teaching and research, or in related fields of study.

Program Benefits

  • MSUM's history faculty encourage participation in the department's History Club, as well as the Medieval Society; both host a variety of field trips and programs developed by students.
  • Students have opportunities to present papers and gain valuable professional experience at the Student Academic Conference, the Red River Women's Studies Conference, and other forums. Students are also encouraged to attend and participate in the Northern Great Plains History Conference. Students also participate in the Model United Nations.
  • An outstanding History student is recognized annually by the Ogren-Iverson History Research Award.
  • MSUM's History Department is actively involved in regional sponsorship of the National History Day for high school students, and History majors are involved in planning and judging the competition.