HISTORY W
ho are we? Where did we come from? Where are we going? As a history major at Rollins, you’ll explore these pressing questions as you learn to think critically, write persuasively, and make connections between the past and the present. Our history majors don’t just graduate with a degree—they graduate with a deep understanding of the historical antecedents that shape our world today. Through a curriculum designed to introduce students to a variety of perspectives in and outside the classroom, you’ll investigate an array of geographic regions, identify and pursue your passions, and forge lifelong relationships on campus, in our community, and around the world.
Why Study History at Rollins Apply Your Knowledge Our Applied History course requirement empowers majors to put their ideas to work in the world. This flexible experience lets you hone your historical knowledge in a range of real-world settings, from internships to community research.
Collaborate with the Experts Every student has the opportunity to collaborate with our faculty on the kind of research typically reserved for grad school. Past projects have explored local history and resulted in publications.
Broaden Your Worldview The history curriculum at Rollins is designed to expose you to a breadth of cultures across time and space. From ancient Rome to communist China, you’ll learn how belief systems develop over time.