History
Become a history major at Butler to join the adventure. Learn from the past by steeping yourself into historical triumphs and tragedies. Whether you want to understand the Civil War or the Battle of Waterloo, you can retrace the steps of those who have passed before you.
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Make the Past Come Alive
Earn your associate degree in history to understand what makes countries and nations tick. History gives you a valuable perspective into the peoples and cultures from around the world. You’ll be better equipped to plan for a better future and understand others in the world, whether they’re close to home or far away.
Historians often go into education, journalism, law, archeology, politics and the arts. We give you the foundation you need to find success in your next move as a Grizzly graduate.
It’s All History
Learn extensively about American history, including the pre-Columbian era, the Civil War, Reconstruction and more recent events. Turn back in time to the Paleolithic era (Stone Age) and track the growth of modern civilization.
Discover the earliest human communal organization, the maritime revolution and our current global culture. Interpret and evaluate competing theories for internal relations events of the 20th and 21st centuries. This includes key issues regarding conflict and war, international organization and law, and human rights. Understand regional integration, international political economy, global resource management and how technology influences the factors.
What You Can Do with a History Degree
No matter what your dream job is, our instructors will give you the foundation to get started in your career in positions like:
- Museum curator
- Archivist
- Educator
Classes You'll Take
These are some examples of courses in our History program.
- US History
- History of World Civilization
- American Federal Government
- Principles of Geography
- Environmental Issues
History (Associate of Arts)
Butler and Emporia BEST Partnership
From Student to Teacher
Many of our students who take History classes intend to pursue a degree in teaching. If you are considering becoming a teacher, check out our partnership with Emporia State University, home of the National Teachers Hall of Fame. Butler and Emporia State have teamed up so students can earn a four-year teaching degree while staying on either the Andover or El Dorado Butler campuses. The BEST Program is designed for students who wish to earn their Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education.
Frank H. Cron History Award
This award is presented by the Butler County Historical Society to a graduating sophomore who has a fascination with history.
Frank H. Cron (1868-1963), El Dorado banker, legislator and philanthropist was born in Pennsylvania, came to Kansas at the age of 13, and quickly established himself as one of the “up and coming” young men on the Western frontier. He was a school teacher in Douglass and in Augusta until he chose a career in banking where he worked throughout the remainder of his life. He was the first president of the Butler County Historical Society.
A graduating sophomore who has completed all required history courses in order to receive an Associate of Science or an Associate of Arts degree in History is eligible for the award. In addition, the student should demonstrate high standards of civic pride and American patriotism for the award to be granted. The recipient will receive a medal of honor and name on a plaque on permanent display in the museum.
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