History
How can we make sense of our rapidly changing world? History provides one answer. By understanding earlier events and trends, we can better grasp the present and even glimpse the future. Whether you major in Finance, Accounting, Economics or another business field, studying History prepares you to understand the larger global picture. Bentley historians have investigated why the U.S. Constitution protects freedom of religion, how 19th century Chinese doctors adapted to Western science, and the ways American investors impacted Latin America, among many other topics. Beyond the useful knowledge they offer, History courses sharpen your mind and develop your ability to communicate. History signals to future employers that you are serious, curious and well-rounded.
Degree Programs
New book from Beneke explores religious liberty
Professor Chris Beneke details how the religion clauses of the U.S. Constitution came into existence and what they meant when they were framed in his latest book, “Free Exercise: Religion, The First Amendment, and the Making of America,” Beneke brings leading founders to life and explores the relationship between religious liberty and social conditions of the time, including slavery, family life and the emerging free market. In an interview with Publishers Weekly, he shares further insights.
Bentley establishes Phi Alpha Theta chapter
Beginning this year, Bentley students studying History will have the opportunity to join Phi Alpha Theta, a national honor society whose mission is to promote the study of history through the encouragement of research, good teaching, publication and the exchange of learning and ideas among historians. With more than 990 chapters in all 50 U.S. states, Phi Alpha Theta publishes a quarterly peer-reviewed journal and offers scholarships and other academic prizes to its members.
The hidden benefits of a History minor
Shane Carr ’23 may be pursuing a career in Accounting, but he says potential employers are excited to learn he’s minoring in History. “Accounting firms want new employees to be well-rounded,” he explains, “and pursuing a history minor showcases my wide range of skills and interests.”
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Contact
Clifford Putney
Associate Professor and Department Chair
Adamian Academic Center 121
781.891.2285
cputney@bentley.edu
Stacen Goldman
Academic Coordinator
Adamian Academic Center 109
781.891.2740
sgoldman@bentley.edu
Prof. Dylan Gottlieb
History Majors Coordinator
Morison Hall - 148
dgottlieb@bentley.edu