What is History? Lima History Department Pages
Students of history explore why societies change over time and the impact these changes have on the course of individual lives and across generations, as well as on local, national, and international affairs. The study of history enables us to avoid repeating the mistakes of the past. In a world increasingly crowded with people and troubled with social problems and dangers, history is essential to preserving and promoting freedom. As a university student, you are creating history, and you will determine the historical legacy of your society, your country, and your world. To do this responsibly, we all need to enter actively into the debate about the past by studying it with care and imagination.
Career Opportunities
History prepares students for a wide variety of careers because history majors develop a keen understanding of the complexities of organized society, as well as strong critical thinking, analytical, research, and communication skills. Ohio State job placement surveys indicate that our history majors develop careers in fields such as law, journalism, information management, business, publishing, education, social work, library and archival management, and historical preservation. History is also a well-recognized preparation for law school as well as other professional and graduate degree programs.
Opportunities In History At The Ohio State University at Lima Campus
The Ohio State University at Lima offers the history student personal attention through smaller class sizes as well as motivated faculty who are subject to the same rigorous standards of academic excellence required of all Ohio State professors. History majors work closely with faculty who specialize in a wide variety of fields and have opportunities to participate in independent research, field trips, social organizations, and honorary societies.
Faculty and staff for History
- Stanley Blake, Associate Professor
- Tryntje Helfferich, Associate Professor
- Brian Himebaugh, Lecturer
Facilities:
- Galvin Hall
For Columbus campus program: http://history.osu.edu/
Contact
The Ohio State University at Lima Admissions Office
Student Services Center
4240 Campus Drive
Lima, OH 45804
Phone: 567-242-7500
FAX: 567-242-7506
E-mail: lima-askabuckeye@osu.edu