Longwood in Farmville, Virginia is situated among great historical evidence from the American Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement. Longwood's History Department, along with other history departments, is a place to learn and research major social, political, cultural and economic events of the past. Through the application and practice of history and its various aspects, Longwood History majors have many opportunities in the world, post-graduation. Knowledge of the past enables individuals to develop pride and appreciation for the accomplishments of others. Thorough understanding of past political, social, and economical problems help to resolve present human problems and issues of the day. Historical study is divided into three areas of study: ancient, medieval, and modern.
Abraham Lincoln- "History is not history unless it is the truth."
Career Fields associated with History Majors:
- Anthropologist
- Freelance Writer
- Paralegal Assistant
- Archaeologist
- Genealogist
- Peace Corps Worker
- Archivist
- Gerontologist
- Political Scientist
- Biographer
- Historian
- Psychologist
- Counselor
- Human Service Worker
- Public Administrator
- Criminologist
- Journalist
- Research Assistant
- Curator
- Judge
- Research Library Assistant
- Economist
- Lawyer
- Sociologist
- Educator Lecturer
- Technical Writer
- FBI/CIA agent
- Librarian
- Urban Administrator
- Foreign News Correspondent
- Market Research Analyst
- Writer
- Foreign Service Officer
- Newspaper Reporter
