Kish STEM students benefit from ‘Smitty’ Assistantship
Three Kishwaukee College students participated in science-based learning opportunities during the 2024-2025 school year thanks to the Robert L. “Smitty” Smith Assistantship.
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History
History opens the door to several opportunities while giving you the flexibility to grow, challenge yourself and move your career in a variety of directions after graduation. Our students often transfer to NIU to complete their bachelor’s degree. History majors benefit from a well-rounded liberal arts education while they hone the communication, writing and critical thinking skills they'll need for success in their careers and as informed, involved citizens.
If you’re planning on studying history at a 4-year institution, you can start with us and:
- Take courses in American history, European history, World History, and African/African-American studies.
- Earn an associate degree and prepare to transfer to a 4-year institution
- Complete your general education requirements
Degrees and Certificates
Program Details
- We’re your first step in preparing for transfer for a degree in history.
- A liberal arts education in history can prepare you to enter the business world, work in government and education.
- Some jobs include archivist, historian, political advisor, museum curator or educator.
Transfer to a 4-year institution to complete a bachelor’s degree in history.
- Early planning for a history degree can make a difference.
- Students thinking about transferring after Kish to pursue a degree in history are encouraged to speak with their academic advisor as early as possible.
News & Events
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Tre Jackson hired as Kish College Head Women’s Basketball Coach
Kishwaukee College hired Tre Jackson as the next head coach for the Women’s Basketball team. Jackson starts the 2024-2025 season as the 13th coach in program history.
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