History is the investigation of change and continuity in human societies. Historical study aims to understand the past in order to understand the present more fully. Studying history creates a trained habit of thinking in the long-term, and integrating political, social, economic, artistic, intellectual and cultural factors into both the long-term and short-term aspects of society. This video was designed to promote BGSU's Historical Studies program to prospective students. Students can order a copy of the video or watch it online on the History website.