HISTORY
Bachelor of Arts
Students studying history at Jessup will find themselves well prepared for graduate study in a number of related disciplines in the liberal arts as well as law school. Students planning on entering seminary will find in a Jessup history major a suitable course of study as well – particularly when considered along with the Bible and theology classes required of all students. In conjunction with the Teacher Education program, students should be well prepared for a single subject credential in history.
42 UNITS
15 WEEK SEMESTERS
ROCKLIN CAMPUS
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The History major at Jessup is unique in that it not only reflects a traditional history curriculum found in the best Liberal Arts institutions but also requires several courses offered by the English and Public Policy departments. Consequently, this makes for a stronger, better-rounded major. Reflecting Jessup’s deep roots in Evangelical Christianity, a required course in the History of the Renaissance and Reformation, as well as electives such as American Religious History and Early Church History, add a further unique flavor to the program. Concentrations in American History, Classical Studies, and Church History allow students to specialize in a variety of historical fields and time periods.
Rex Gurney, Ph.D.
Chair
The study of history gives our students broad sympathy for the best of humanity’s God-given capacity to create culture and society — and an understanding of humanity’s oft-times failure to do so in a positive way. – Rex Gurney
FACULTY
Jessup's dedicated community of faculty, both full-time and adjunct, are here to walk alongside you, equipping you with the knowledge and values you'll need to establish a meaningful career, grow spiritually, and succeed in all areas of your life. Learn more about our full-time faculty.
Julius (Rex) Gurney III, Ph.D.
Professor - Faculty of Humanities and Arts, Chair - History and General Education
Associate Professor - School of Humanities & the Arts
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