UCLA is putting on an important presentation called “Why History Matters” which aims to explore the role and space for historians in the professional world outside of academia. The presentation is part of the American Historical Association aim–for which it just received a grant–to train historians to pursue wider career opportunities in cultural institutions, government, public education, and private sectors.
Appearing on the panel discussion will be:
Eric John Abrahamson, Vantage Point Historical Services
Mellissa Betts, Genealogica
Ann Huston, National Park Service
Lt. Col. Mike Richardson, Naval Postgraduate School
The event will be held Wed. May 14th at 7pm at The Autry in Griffith Park. For more details:
And for more on the AHA and their program: