Student Research at History Conferences

The Ball State University Department of History supports its students through the History Presentation Travel Fund, where students take their work from classes and polish it to professional quality presentations. This allows students to get lines on their vitas so that when they are looking for a position they have an experience that demonstrates their qualifications to others in the field.

Another way that students get professional experiences is with state, midwestern, and national conferences. Students travel with professors to attend conferences where they present their research with a professor or by themselves. Students make important contacts and get recognition from their work at these events. These events also provide experiences that will help students open doors to employers when they enter the job market. Because students have limited opportunities to make large amounts of money to help them travel, we in the history department believe that we should help them get their foot in the professional door. We ask that you consider a gift to help students start their career by presenting their research at conferences.

*Any additional funds raised will go towards future History Department Presentation Travel initiatives or expenses*