History

The study of history goes well beyond the enumeration of events that occurred in the past.  Historians seek to understand the causes of changes over time as that change relates to individual human action and to social and cultural processes. Through historical enquiry, students of history gain valuable insights about the human condition as well as an ability to put present events into greater historical perspective.

In learning about the past, students of history at Widener also prepare themselves well for the future. The skills that history majors acquire during the course of their studies at Widener are those that are most in demand in the business and professional worlds. 

The critical-thinking skills, oral and written communication skills, and research skills that history majors develop while at Widener make them especially attractive to employers after graduation.

With a highly accessible faculty and small class sizes, the history program at Widener offers the kind of individual attention that encourages active and effective undergraduate learning.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Dr. Barbara T. Norton
Department Chair
tel: 610-499-4343
btnorton@mail.widener.edu