Lindsey DeLaughter is passionate about history. She is earning her degree in history as well as an art history minor.
СAPPI chose to study history because I am interested in analyzing past events and how they have affected human and societal development,СAPP she said.
СAPPI'm learning how to apply methods used in studying the past to the present so that I can actively share knowledge to preserve records of historical value and encourage understanding of current events,СAPP she said.
СAPPI chose to minor in art history because I have always had an appreciation for art, and I am fascinated by its renewed meaning when it is viewed in a historical context,СAPP she said. СAPPThis minor relates to my major because it gives focus to the complex relationships between world events, artistic movements, individual artists, and the creation of artworks themselves.СAPP
Lindsey is part of the history club and she works in the Department of History, Geography and Philosophy as an undergraduate research assistant.
СAPPMy favorite part about studying here is the high value placed on expanding oneСAPPs knowledge,СAPP she said. СAPPThe professors are very knowledgeable and passionate about their field and it shows in their lectures and engagement with students.
СAPPI am collecting and analyzing 19th century United States Congressional records for information pertaining to agriculture and slavery,СAPP she said. СAPPThe records provide insight on the workings of Congress and the perspectives of Congressmen on agricultural matters.СAPP
When Lindsey graduates, she is planning on pursuing graduate degrees in history as well as library and information science.
СAPPBy learning the appropriate skills in relation to the study of history, I will be able to further advance my knowledge and, ultimately, have a career as a historian and archivist,СAPP she said.
Lindsey chose UL Lafayette to study history because of what she calls the СAPPhometown feel.СAPP
СAPPThe СAPP is unique in that it has a diverse student body that is both close-knit and located in an area rich with culture and energy,СAPP she said. СAPPIt is a blend of all the elements that make the city of Lafayette and the СAPP so welcoming and memorable."
