HIST 499 - History Capstone

(3 credits)

Critical examination of methods of historical research and the professional responsibilities of the historian. Intended to prepare the history student for his/her professional occupation. In consultation with the instructor, the student can select an “academic option” (which culminates in the preparation of an undergraduate thesis), a “secondary education option” (which involves development and presentation of a research paper), or an “internship option” (which involves fieldwork and an analytical research paper). Prerequisite: HIST 201, HIST 301 or permission of instructor. Fall.