Native Roots Network’s Post

Last week, I gave a short lecture for a third-year university class about public history and local history. The presentation went well, with some engagement from the students who were brave enough to ask questions at 9am on a Monday morning (they really are the real heroes). Thirty minutes into my presentation, I had clearly lost the room. The professor -- who I have known for some time and is familiar with my current full time position -- then asked, on behalf of the class, what I did for a living, and how I apply my historical thinking to that role. Relying entirely on my improvisation skills, I gave a five-minute introduction about my current role at HeirSearch, including the kinds of research I do, how I interact with clients, and how many of the skills I learned as a history major -- and later, graduate student -- helped me make a successful transition from history in the classroom to history in the workplace. I asked for questions, and the room came alive! The students were incredibly engaged and had really thoughtful questions about how they can apply the skills that they learn as history majors to the real world. We had an excellent conversation for forty-five minutes! I could tell that the students were not interested in my job specifically, but they were finally seeing an example of someone who did a history program translate their skills to employment, something that I wish I had as I went through my programs. If you are a social science or humanities student looking for a way to articulate your skills in a way that transitions to the real world, please send me a message!

An increase in the number of tenure-track job listings that ask for expertise in both Latin American and Latinx history poses existential and practical challenges. Celso Thomas Castilho and Sara Kozameh explore the data and what comes next in #AHAPerspectives.

An opportunity in the school of Media and Communication:

https://lnkd.in/gHDjxpGj Thoughts of this IHE post from my Humanities doc grads and career development colleagues? The author seems to me to be missing some aspects of career advising, even for grad students.

Career Opportunities for a History Major “A generation which ignores History has no past and no future”. Robert Heinlein HISTORY is not a mere study of past events or important dates but it’s a discipline that helps us to understand the present and shape the future in context of the past. Students who take up history develop a number of skills including research and analytic skills, capability to find and evaluate various sources of information, written and verbal communication skills. Studying history bolsters one’s critical thinking and enhances their general awareness. All of these skills are in great demand in many fields including business, public service, publishing, journalism, education, social work, and many more. A history major can look forward to working in any of the following areas: Advertising and marketing, Anthropology or archaeology, Education, Finance, Fundraising, Historical research, Law, Local, state, or federal government, Media and communications, Museum curation, Political campaigning. Numerous opportunities are available for a history major, the key is to focus on developing myriad skills which are in demand across several careers.

Indiana Jones, anybody? This article dives into the various career avenues for history students, offering a detailed guide on roles like historian, archivist, museum curator, and more. It highlights the significance of each role, where you can work, and why these careers are exciting. The guide also provides practical steps on how to pursue these careers, making it an essential read for history enthusiasts. #career #careerguidance #careeradvice #careeryaari #history https://lnkd.in/gnQ_7QgR

Happy #GivingDay from BU Political Science! Here are 10 reasons to consider making a gift to our department today, at https://lnkd.in/gRqmwCDf 1. We have a variety of unique course offerings, like the Politics and Policies of the HBO show, The Wire. 2. We have over 25+ faculty and visiting members who help support our 600+ students, undergraduate and graduate students. 3. Our transformative undergraduate programs – the Honors Program and BA/MA Program – help cultivate and sustain our students’ research and curiosities. 4. Our department has award-winning faculty whose vast expertise lies in every region of the world and major subfields in Political Science. 5. The Political Science Department can provide gateways into postgraduate opportunities in law, public administration, and various levels of government. 6. Our discipline develops critical career skills including writing, quantitative reasoning, and analytical thinking. 7. Funding scholarships, research grants, and additional educational opportunities for our next generation of innovators in the Political Science field. 8. Building strong community partnerships with alumni, family, friends, current students, and likeminded individuals passionate about advancing the study of Political Science. 9. Our department has the advantage of studying politics and current events right in the heart of Boston, a major cultural and economic hub, and the site of many revolutionary social changes. 10. Support for exchange and study abroad programs, giving students the opportunity to look beyond domestic politics for themselves in countries including France, Spain, and Chile. What's your reason to give?

Linked to recent global events, I’ve seen many posts highlighting the importance of teaching young people (and adults) critical thinking skills when engaging with media across a range of formats. We published this NAU One Pager from Maria Virginia Raj last month who shares useful strategies for educators, which could be transferable beyond. Nord Anglia Education colleagues are encouraged to download the full PDF version from the NAU One Pager Library to access the additional suggested links and resources (link in Maria’s post below). #criticalthinkingskills #criticalmedialiteracy #professionallearning #onepager #bitesizelearning #learngrowinspire

With a history degree, you could pursue careers in teaching, museum curation, archiving, or historical research. Other options include policy analysis and heritage management, where you apply historical knowledge to preserve culture or influence policy decisions. This degree also builds skills for roles in writing and journalism #HistoryDegree #CareerOptions #MuseumCareers #Teaching #Archiving #HistoricalResearch #PolicyAnalysis #HeritageManagement #HistoryJobs #HumanitiesCareers