Understand the Past. Shape the Future.
Earn your B.A. in History and develop the critical thinking, research, and storytelling skills to lead in a complex world.
Program Overview
At Elizabeth City State University, we believe there is no future without the past. The History program blends a strong liberal arts foundation with modern approaches like digital history and public engagement.
You’ll explore how historical events shape today’s world while building the research, analysis, and communication skills needed to navigate it.
History isn’t just something you study—it’s something you use to understand, question, and lead.
Concentrations / Pathways
Customize Your Path
Concentrations:
Minors:
- History
- Black/Africana Studies
- Secondary Education
What You’ll Study
Turn Curiosity Into Insight
- Historical Research & Writing
- American & Global History
- Cultural & Social Analysis
- Digital History Methods
Learn Beyond the Classroom
Clubs & Organizations:
Engage in films, field trips, guest speakers, and community-based history projects that bring the past to life.
Join a network of scholars dedicated to research, learning, and excellence in history.
Where This Degree Can Take You
A history degree equips you with flexible, in-demand skills that translate across industries.
- Educator / Social Studies Teacher
- Museum or Public History Professional
- Government or Public Service
- Research Analyst
- Lawyer (with continued study)
The program prepares students for careers in education, law, public history, government, and beyond.
Department Connection
Part of Something Bigger
The History program is part of the Department of English, History, and Interdisciplinary Studies, where students develop research, writing, and critical inquiry skills through interdisciplinary learning and community engagement.
Have Questions? Let’s Talk.
Program Coordinator | Assistant Professor of History
<a>jmoore@ecsu.edu</a> | (252) 335-8798
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