Warrensburg,
MO,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
The applied public history program caters to students pursuing careers in museums, archives, or national historic landmarks. This specialized track equips you with skills for various public history professions through practical, project-based coursework. You'll gain hands-on experience with opportunities that lead to internships at locations like Knob Noster State Park and the Missouri State Archives. Graduation requirements include completing an internship, a public history project, and passing a comprehensive examination. Potential career paths encompass
Archival and records management
Museum operations and heritage conservation
National park services and cultural assets administration