HIST 490: Internship
Prerequisite: 12 hours history; junior standing; minimum 2.5 GPA; departmental approval
Credit Hours: (1-15)
A one semester internship with historical agency, society, museum or other relevant
institution. Student receives both academic and agency supervision. Course does not
count toward fulfillment of the requirements for the history major. Course may be
taken more than once for up to a total of 15 credit hours. Pass/Fail grading.
Detailed Description of Content of Course
Content of the internship will be determined by the institution on an individual basis
Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
Conduct of the internship will be determined by the institution on an individual basis
Goals and Objectives of the Course
Students will:
• Develop practical hands-on experience of historical issues
• Develop critical thinking and research skills
• Develop their oral and written communication skills
Assessment Measures
Assessment measures will include:
• Evaluations from the organization or agency of the student’s work and progress
Other Course Information
None
Review and Approval
Date Action Reviewed by
October 2010 Reviewed and Approved by Sharon A. Roger Hepburn, Chair
04/2011
April, 2019