History of Western Civilization

World history, and especially local history can play an important part in any type of library, archive, or learning institution and this is something that History of Western Civilization focuses on. Beginning with Early Civilizations and transitioning throughout history from Ancient Greece to the Renaissance to the Protestant Reformation and finally the World Wars, this course is heavy and impactful on a personal and professional level.

By learning and understanding the way that human civilization and our history has progressed over the last millennium, it can be easier to find talking points and understand the direction patrons may need to look in for historical records and materials. Understanding the historical frame of reference and when certain events occurred can be an asset in many archives, and libraries as well, especially if you are knowledgeable in history that often goes unread or unheard, as it is often only the victors who write the world as we know it to be.