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History Department

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We Are Making History

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We learn much about our world, government, culture, and ourselves through the study of history. Blugolds studying history at UW-Eau Claire have the opportunity to complete substantial research projects, take their studies abroad, and intern across the country. See where studying history at UWEC can take you.

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Majors and Minors in History

Our programs are based on student-centered learning, which include hybrid classes, flipped classrooms, and active learning pods. In the History Department, we may study the past, but our work directly impacts the future of our local and global cultures. Find a program that might be the right fit for you.

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Independent Research

All history majors at UW-Eau Claire complete an independent research project for their senior capstone thesis. Many Blugolds also participate in research collaborations with department faculty on national and international topics. This experience sets our graduates apart, giving them a competitive advantage when applying to graduate school and pursuing careers in a variety of fields that require research skills.

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Studying History in Other Cultures

Cultural Immersion experiences bring you to new places — either within the U.S. or across the globe — and equip you with a new perspective. These programs are known to be memorable, life changing experiences for many Blugolds. You could learn about history in unique places, such as studying Public History in Great Britain; experiencing Argentina: Culture, Society, and Economics; or going on the Central European Travel Seminar.

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24 Programs To Choose From
Whether you want to work in a museum, explore a particular area of history, or teach social studies — you have come to the right place.
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The mission of the UW-Eau Claire History Department is to provide a high-quality liberal education, based upon rigorous scholarly inquiry, to all of the students it serves. The department also seeks to engage the community through public history.

History Department

Hibbard Humanities Hall 701
124 Garfield Avenue
Eau Claire, WI 54701
United States

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