The Ancient History/History major provides you with a wide breadth of history across the ancient and modern worlds. Ancient History allows you to examine the early Mediterranean cultures including their literature, religion, philosophy, social customs, art and architecture. With ancient society and traditions influencing the customs and culture of our current society, this focus provides an understanding of the basis of many facets of current society. History teaches you how to interrogate the past and how to enter into dialogue with the forces that have shaped the world.