The Dixie State University Department of History and Political Science provides students with a critical education?which understands movement and change.?A critical education understands the contemporary world as a synthesis of the past, and appreciates how the present will project itself into the future. Such an education is the bedrock of active citizenship.?If a citizen does not know history it is as if they were born yesterday. The study of History and Political Science is a protective armor against the excessive disinformation of the modern cyberworld and mass media.
In practical terms, the Department of History and Political Science?prepares students to pursue advanced study in history, law, international relations, journalism, or numerous other professional fields. Our programs train students to investigate complex problems, identify reliable sources, analyze information, and communicate conclusions in a clear and thoughtful manner through advanced writing skills.
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