In fulfilling the goals of the history discipline, students are prepared for productive, satisfying careers in teaching, law, business, government and other professions. Students considering a career in history may find the booklet, Careers for Students of History, helpful. A copy may be obtained, at the cost of $8, by writing to:

The American Historical Association
400 A Street S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20003-3889

Other books of interest include:

• Great Jobs for History Majors by Julie DeGalan and Stephen Lambert
• Careers for History Buffs and Others Who Learn from the Past by Blythe Camenson
• Careers for Students of History by Constance Shultz
• The Chicago Guide to Your Academic Career: A Portable Mentor for Scholars from Graduate School to Tenure by John Goldsmith, Penny Gold and John Komlos

Consulting the following web sites may also be useful:

• American Historical Association (the professional association for all historians)
• Museum Employment Resource Center (lists graduate programs in Museum Studies)

Students interested in teaching history at the elementary or secondary level are encouraged to investigate the requirements of the education major. Students may also wish to consult with counselors in career services.