Department of History

“"As Communications Director for a U.S. Senator, I rely on the skills I developed as a history major every single day. The ability to critically 'read between the lines' and communicate across audiences has been invaluable to my career in public service."”

“"In management consulting, I need to get the ideas across clearly and persuasively. The hours I spent crafting arguments, organizing complex information, and fine-tuning my writing as a history major set me up perfectly for this."”

“"Leveraging the skills I gained in the History Department to enact real change is an honor and privilege. Humanities disciplines promote critical thinking, rigorous research, and clear presentation of ideas. The value of those skill sets, in any field of work, cannot be overstated."”

“"By majoring in history, I developed essential skills for the practice of law before I even stepped foot in a law-school classroom. Studying history taught me how to write and research, how to read critically, and how to craft a compelling argument, skills I use everyday in my career."”

“"Majoring in history helped me, a social studies teacher, craft an expansive understanding of the content of, and study of, the past. Furthermore, Miami's History Department provided me with invaluable skills such as thinking critically and developing well-supported arguments. These have served me well, both inside and outside the classroom."”

“"As a history major now in business, I developed a strong understanding of the power of storytelling, of narrative and effective communication. Today, in my internship, I work closely with high-tech founders who aspire to change the world. To support them, we must clearly articulate the stories of our portfolio companies, and draw lessons from our past to address the challenges of the present."”