Your historical studies at Central Michigan University will help you to understand and analyze the development of political, cultural, economic, and social life in past civilizations. You will apply the conceptual skills you gain from your study of the past to the analysis of critical issues in both the present and future. Understanding the history and culture of economic hot spots around the world is increasingly valuable in this age of global finance, business, and industry. Combining historical studies with other disciplines provides a well-rounded background that is increasingly important in many areas of employment. CMU's history teacher education programs provide solid preparation for a rewarding career in education. More than half of CMU's history majors plan to teach. A history major at CMU can also prepare you for graduate study leading to a career in foreign or government service, teaching, research, law, museum, library, or archival work. We can know where we're going only if we know where we've been. Understanding the political, cultural, social and economic life of past civilizations enhances your understanding of the present. You'll develop critical thinking, problem solving, research, writing and analytical skills useful in a range of careers.