History

The field of history is at the core of liberal arts. It is concerned with the human condition in all of its manifestations in the past, and it relies heavily on reading and all forms of analytical and narrative writing. You will not be surprised, therefore, to learn that History is perennially one of the most popular majors at Carleton. The discipline of history is unified not so much in its methodology as in its goal: the reconstruction of the past, of the ideas, actions and emotions of men and women in other times and places. Most faculty members and students are engaged in this enterprise for the sheer pleasure of it. It is fascinating to travel through the past, to visit wholly different civilizations and cultures.

Field of study: History, General