AA in Secondary Education
Department Mission: The mission of the Department of History and Political Science is to support discipline-specific degree programs as well as the University’s general education program.
Degree Program Mission: The Associate in Arts in secondary Education (Social Studies option) is designed to prepare students for a career in teaching grades six through twelve, specializing in Social Science. The program is designed to provide the student with the first two years of general requirements to transfer to a four year program.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate broad knowledge of history, political science, and geography.
- Demonstrate analytical and critical thinking skills through oral presentations and papers dealing with history.
- Demonstrate a broad understanding of general education.
BA in History
Department Mission: The mission of the Department of History and Political Science is to support discipline-specific degree programs as well as the University’s general education program.
Degree Program Mission: The Bachelor of Arts Degree in History is designed to help students develop research, analytical, critical thinking, and oral and written communications skills and competencies.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate analytical and critical thinking skills through oral presentations and papers dealing with history.
- Demonstrate an understanding of world geography to provide the background for lifelong learning and service in a diverse society.
- Demonstrate a solid understanding of how historical events have influenced the United States and/or the world.
BA in Political Science
Department Mission: The mission of the Department of History and Political Science is to support discipline-specific degree programs as well as the University’s general education program.
Degree Program Mission: The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Public Affairs is designed to provide students with the organizational, administrative, and time management skills to excel in public service and non- profit sectors.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate an ability to analyze and critique a variety of approaches to understanding public policies.
- Demonstrate an ability to apply knowledge and understanding of different views regarding politics.
- Integrate research into one’s understanding and practice of political science.
- Apply sills needed in the law or non-profit sector, or with federal, state, or local government trough internships.