GST 1170: Primary Source Research
This course will introduce students to the primary source resources available in archives and on the Internet for research purposes. Emphasis will be placed upon the identification, retrieval and evaluation of information for general and specific topics. Students will develop general knowledge of primary source research, how to locate primary sources and how to access archives.
HIST 4030 Archives and Special Collections
This course will introduce students to the history, theory, principles, and management of archives and special collections. Topics presented will provide an overview of the profession and include selection and appraisal, arranging and describing materials, preservation/conservation, disaster planning, content management, digitization, and archival management.
HIST 4040: Oral History – Fall 2026 (81061) TTh 230p-345p Education Building 201
This co
urse will take you through the oral history process from conception to archiving. You will construct a plan and carry that plan out. The ultimate goal of this course will be to give you the necessary experience to manage your own oral history project.
The anchor of this semester-long project will be the recorded oral history interview. You will be assigned to a narrator (interviewee) who has some sort of experience to offer. Projects that demonstrate a high level of professionalism and quality will be added to the oral history collection. Students may also be invited to participate in the oral history program beyond this course. Should you have any questions, please ask.
HRC Internship Application Information
Opportunities for students enrolled in HIST 3860: History Practicum – Fall 2026
The Historical Research Center offers a limited number of internship opportunities for students enrolled in HIST 3860. Only three internship positions are available each term, and placement is not guaranteed.
Students interested in applying for an internship with the HRC must submit a letter of interest of at least one single-spaced page. The letter should explain why the applicant wishes to intern with the Historical Research Center and describe the skills they would bring to the position, as well as the skills they hope to develop through the internship.
Applicants should also discuss how the internship will support their progress in the History major and contribute to their broader education. Strong letters will clearly connect the internship experience to the student’s academic goals, professional development, and interest in historical research, archives, public history, or related fields.
Internship applications are reviewed based on the quality of the letter of interest, the student’s preparation for HRC work, and the applicant’s ability to benefit from and contribute to the internship experience.
Please send letter as a PDF attachment by [Deadline TBA] to archives@csub.edu