Share our enthusiasm for the study of past societies and cultures
History unlocks important insights into the world we inhabit. But we also find intellectual satisfaction, and wisdom, in understanding the past on its own terms. Because of the geographical breadth of our courses, history students develop a global consciousness as they develop key transferable skills such as critical thinking, communication, and empathy.
The World is Calling: History Majors
History is the centerpiece of a humanities education. It's about problem-solving, gathering evidence, and fitting that evidence together to understand what happened in past societies - and why those things happened.
News and announcements
Associate Professor Rosemary Moore reflects on service, teaching and research
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Associate Professor Rosemary Moore was on active duty in the U.S. Navy for five years. She uses this experience in both her courses and research on the Roman military.
2024 Hamod/Habhab/Keeshan Family Scholarship
Friday, November 8, 2024
The Department of History congratulates Elisa Burba the Hamod/Habhab/Keeshan Family Scholarship for 2024.
History PhD Alum, John Eicher releases 10-part Lecture Series
Thursday, May 30, 2024
John P. R. Eicher's YouTube series, "Western Civilization (1500-Present)," explores bureaucracy's role in shaping modern history, from the Enlightenment to postmodernism, through engaging, media-rich lectures.