On April 25, 2016, the UTC History Department inducted several students into the Lambda-Pi Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta, the American honor society for undergraduate and graduate students and professors of history.
Why Study History?
A few reasons: History helps us understand people and societies, contributes to moral understanding, provides identity, is essential for good citizenship, and is useful in the world of work.
How A Major in History Gives You the Intangible Edge
“Studying history … gives graduates tremendous flexibility in the job market. In fact, history is not merely a degree you could consider—it is the degree you would be remiss not to.”
Entering the Job Market with a BA in History
“History is dynamic, and you should be a bright, capable, and thorough thinker, writer, communicator, and researcher because of your time as an undergraduate.”
UTC History Dept. Interns Work on MLK District Mural
UTC History Department interns are working with world-renowned artist Meg Saligman to create a monumental mural in Chattanooga’s MLK District.