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Department Mission Statement: The primary mission of the Department of History and Social Studies is to teach a curriculum of history, culture, and heritage that will enable students to know themselves more fully as developing individuals in a changing historical context and as active participants in their local, national, and world communities. The Department seeks to nurture each student's enjoyment of history; teach a body of knowledge; develop skills in research, writing, and oral expression; implement learning activities which systematically develop critical thinking; and instill in students a sense of service to others and responsibility for their world. The program examines global human experience in light of such unifying themes as the process of change over time and the interrelationships among societies. Information is selected to stimulate student interest and understanding of historical concepts and patterns. Issues of race, religion, gender, ethnicity, and class are also incorporated into the curriculum along with current events, geography, and an introduction to the social sciences: anthropology, sociology, psychology, economics, and international relations. Numerous elective courses are also offered, including several introductory courses in the social sciences: political science and international relations. All non-Advanced Placement elective courses adhere to similar standards regarding reading assignments, papers, and grading. All courses in the Department have final exams except for Advanced Placement courses in the second semester.
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