Heritage Studies and Public History M.H.S.P.H.

Students in the HSPH program learn an equity and justice-oriented framework of heritage and public history, and develop skills in community engagement, historical research, public interpretation, project management, and advocacy. They learn these primarily through the program tracks in archaeological heritage, historic preservation, and public history, but also learn theories and gain experience in archive and museum settings. In addition, students learn to communicate their professional skills to potential clients, employers, and funders. Students graduate from our program with the skills to:
- Understand who the relevant stakeholders are in historical interpretations and learn how to empower them within the specific social and political context.
- Work to address the harmful legacies of historical interpretation and research in the past, through application of the highest ethical standards.
- Employ their research skills in positions in higher education, human services and policy organizations, museums and historical organizations, scientific centers and private industries.
- Collaborate and teach with multiple stakeholders.