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Earning a Bachelor of Arts in history from the University of New Orleans equips you with the skills to analyze the past, develop a richer comprehension of today's world, and influence tomorrow's direction. Your academic journey will introduce you to historical scholarship, beginning with broad overviews of major time periods before specializing in your preferred area of focus. As you explore the stories societies tell about themselves, you'll discover how thoughtfully examining these narratives can transform our worldview and self-perception.
Throughout the program, you'll master historical research techniques: synthesizing firsthand accounts and scholarly works, assessing source reliability, recognizing perspectives, making sense of conflicting or fragmented records, and other essential methods. These competencies—combined with refined communication abilities—will prove valuable across diverse careers. A UNO history degree provides the foundation to interpret humanity's journey while charting your personal path forward.
Throughout the program, you'll master historical research techniques: synthesizing firsthand accounts and scholarly works, assessing source reliability, recognizing perspectives, making sense of conflicting or fragmented records, and other essential methods. These competencies—combined with refined communication abilities—will prove valuable across diverse careers. A UNO history degree provides the foundation to interpret humanity's journey while charting your personal path forward.