Experiential Learning

Four walls can’t contain an entire education. That’s why, at Richmond, most students extend their educations by participating in experiential learning opportunities. They’re the chance to take what you’ve learned in the classroom and apply it to the real world, either via research, an internship or study abroad.

Internships

History majors have the benefit of pre-arranged local internship opportunities, which are available at the many libraries, museums and historic sites in the Richmond area. Recent internship sites have included:

• Richmond National Battlefield Park
• The Virginia Fire and Police Museum
• Republican Party of Virginia
• American Historical Foundation
• The Picture Collection at Library of Virginia
• The Valetine Richmond History Center

History students may gain academic credit through semester or summer internships and are encouraged to take advantage of these opportunities or to propose their own individual programs. For information and application forms, students should contact us for more information.

Students who are interested in securing internships should contact the department's internship advisor or visit the Career Development Center for more information.

Study Abroad

History students benefit greatly from broadening their worldview with an experience studying abroad. What better way to soak in European history than to walk through the streets of Prague or visit ruins in Rome? After studying the modern Middle East or imperialism in Southeast Asia, students can study the people and culture of the region for a summer, semester or academic year. The University of Richmond was recently recognized as the “Hottest College for International Studies” and it’s no wonder. Nearly 70 percent of students study abroad. The perspective gained from history classes taught in an international setting is one that shouldn’t be missed.

For information on studying abroad, visit the Office of International Education.