HST-316 Studies in Public and Local History

Examination of history and its intersections with the public. Emphasis on museums, documentaries, memorials, holidays, archives, material culture, digital history, and preservation. Introduction to the profession in the academic and public realms. Through internships and/or projects, students apply their academic training in a professional setting or produce scholarly projects that contribute to a public audience. Declared history majors ONLY. 4 credits.