History Concentration

Liberal Arts:
Humanities and Social Sciences A.A.
History Concentration

The Liberal Arts: Humanities and Social Sciences History Concentration A.A. program prepares students for academic success in baccalaureate transfer programs in liberal arts disciplines. The concentration supports the SUNY Transfer Pathways for History and ensures seamless transfer to a 4-year SUNY institution. By providing students with courses that offer a diverse set of global and cultural perspectives, the program expects students to explore and reflect on human endeavors in the context of nature and society.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Students will analyze and interpret diverse forms of cultural, historical, artistic, and psychological expression to evaluate meaning, context, and impact.
• Students will apply principles of effective communication in English and another world language, and construct and defend arguments in written, oral, and visual formats tailored to diverse audiences.
• Students will demonstrate an understanding of human behavior, diverse cultural perspectives, and ethical considerations in the humanities and social sciences, fostering inclusive and informed viewpoints.
• Students will locate, evaluate, and synthesize a variety of sources to support inquiry and produce original research that adheres to disciplinary conventions.
• Students will create original works or responses—such as essays, performances, artworks, or presentations—which apply discipline-specific knowledge and reflect personal insight.