History Majors and Employability: Insights, Innovations, and Opportunities
Part of 139th AHA Annual MeetingPresented by Deasy, Michelle, & Brookins, Julia
Saturday 10 January 2026·8:30 am
How does a history major prepare undergraduate students for careers? This session shares findings from a national initiative exploring how history programs foster essential employability skills—and how faculty can better support students in navigating pathways to meaningful careers, especially through digital literacy, curricular reflection, and articulation of industry-relevant knowledge.
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