The History, Philosophy, Political Science and Religion Department at Marietta College offers majors in History and Political Science with minors in Asian Studies, Latin American Studies, Philosophy, and Religion.

The History program at Marietta is designed to instill in students a thorough background in the liberal arts, to prepare them for many possible careers, and to lay the foundation for a rich and rewarding life. We offer an active, well-qualified faculty, a balanced curriculum, a great deal of personal attention and opportunities for off-campus study. The program is structured to ensure that students are exposed to courses in American, European, and non-Western history.

Marietta is a great place to be for the study of history. The city marked the first permanent settlement in the Northwest Territory and its environs are rich in historical heritage, complete with prehistoric Indian mounds, as well as pioneer and river history. Our internship program provides for useful curatorial and archival work in the Campus Martius Museum, the Ohio River Museum, and the College's rare book Collection. And Marietta's Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta, the national history honor society, recognizes students for outstanding achievement in history.

The campus library houses the Stimson Collection of Americana, featuring more than 21,000 volumes, an extensive collection of original manuscripts pertaining to the Northwest Territory and early Ohio, and primary resource materials focusing on history. In addition, the History Department offers an excellent book and periodical collection.

Political Science is the study of political behavior and the groups and institutions through which power is exercised. Marietta's versatile faculty offer courses in such wide-ranging fields as American politics, public policy, comparative and international politics, and political theory.

Throughout the program, students examine the purposes and problems of politics and evaluate many of the controversial issues of political life. They also assess different viewpoints about the world community, analyzing political issues and relating them to ethical decisions.

All Political Science majors complete internships, a study abroad program, or a Washington Semester program. These opportunities help students apply what is learned in their formal studies and prepare for law school, graduate studies in public policy, or careers in business, government, or education.

Marietta College offers many co-curricular activities in areas related to Political Science. Campus organizations include College Democrats and Republicans, Model UN, and American-International Association. In addition, many of our students participate in state and local political campaigns and volunteer in community projects. Marietta's chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha, the national political science honor society, recognizes students for outstanding achievement in political science. Marietta College offers many co-curricular activities in areas related to Political Science.