Almost every history major has experienced a few (or all) of these statements!
1. "What are you gonna do with that degree?"
Maybe I'll teach! Or maybe I'll be a historian! Every history major has a different career in mind, but if they don't, it's not the end of the world. The beauty of college (and life!) is self-discovery. Go and find what brings you joy.
2. "Why did you pick such a boring major?"
Obviously, if we chose this major, then we find something about history interesting.
3. "What is your favorite part of history?"
WWII! No, the Cold War! Ugh, what about the Mongols...? It's all good!
4. "Your classes must be so easy!"
Okay, when you have to memorize every landslide Supreme Court case for political science, come talk to me.
5. "Tell me EVERYTHING about *insert historical event here* and EXACTLY when it happened!"
I am not a walking encyclopedia! Isn't that what Wikipedia is for?
6. "How do you stay awake during class?"
How do you stay awake during any college class? The answer is coffee and the fear of failure. (And that you are paying for the class, but let's be real).
7. "Can you help me with my History 101 paper? I'm not good at history!"
Sorry, but I am probably still working on the same paper... Maybe we can form a study group sometime before an exam?
8. "You're not going to make much money, y'know."
As the saying goes, if you do what you are passionate about, you won't work a day in your life. I would rather be happy with my degree and job than make big bucks. However, there are plenty of high-paying jobs that you can get with a history degree!
9. "OMG! I hate history!
Literally, EVERY history major has heard this at some point in their life, but one thing is definitely for sure-- no one can beat you in a game of historical trivia! (Except maybe other history majors).