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Consistent with the mission of the Texas Woman’s University to emphasize liberal arts and professional education, the mission of the Department of History and Government is to develop an understanding and appreciation of the disciplines of history and political science, their interdisciplinary connections to each other, and to other fields of inquiry.  As the study of history, politics, law and government is inevitably multicultural, programs provide opportunities to learn about diversity of experiences, including a global range of cultural issues that address the intersecting roles of race, class, ethnicity, religion, and gender.  Courses in our programs seek to develop in our students the skills needed for critical, analytical thinking, evidence based research, oral and written presentation, and public leadership.  Ultimately, courses in our programs prepare our graduates for active citizenship and to succeed in further graduate and professional education and in the careers of their choice.

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NEW Practicum Capstone option in Government Masters Program (.pdf)

NEW Public History option in History Masters Program  (.pdf)

NEW History & Government Student Success Office

Assistance for students in history and government courses is availableTuesdays and Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00 in CFO 607B starting Jan 24, 2012.  More about Student Success Office 

Masters Degree for Dual-Credit Teachers

Pursue a degree that qualifies you to teach dual credit in both history and government. More about Dual Credit (.pdf)

Summer Courses 2012

Federal City

Learn about the US capital with this travel course in Summer I.  More about Federal City (.pdf)  Reservation Application (.pdf)

Age of Industrialization

This Summer II course deals with the transformation of the U.S. to an urbanized, industrial power.  Includes a trip to Chicago. More about the Age of Industrialization (.pdf)