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Academics
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Undergraduate study
Students interested in history at Western Michigan University select one of two distinct majors:
- The history major provides well-rounded preparation for many occupations; it requires broad preparation in history, but also offers students the opportunity to develop areas of special interest.
- The public history major provides professional and technical training for occupations in museums, archives, historic sites and organizations, government programs, and consulting.
Resources
- Undergraduate Catalog
- Undergraduate handbook
Student Groups
- Phi Alpha Theta (History Honors Society)
Video
Video of WMU History Dept. 2020