Courses

HIST 217 Geography and Culture

Survey of the world’s geographic regions with emphasis on 1) the impact humans have had on the physical environment and 2) the origins of cultural variation in the world’s regions. Includes regular discussion of current issues in world affairs and mapping skills. Required for students majoring in elementary education and secondary social studies.

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  • History

    At Goshen College, studying history isn’t about memorizing names and dates; it’s about uncovering the stories that define cultures, movements, and everyday people, and learning to interpret them with empathy and precision.

  • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

    As a TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) major or minor at Goshen College, you’ll gain the skills and cultural understanding needed to support English language learners in classrooms and communities, both locally and globally.

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