Teaching and Learning
The department offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses that explore historical experiences from the ancient world to the present. Our curriculum emphasizes global perspectives, interdisciplinary approaches, and the development of strong research and writing skills.
Students have opportunities to work closely with faculty, conduct independent research, and participate in community building initiatives such as the History Book Nook, The History Club and Phi Alpha Theta.
Research and Scholarship
Research is central to the department’s mission. Faculty and graduate students contribute to historical scholarship through books, articles, digital projects, and public history initiatives. Many faculty collaborate across disciplines, including through programs such as the Initiative for Historical Social Sciences, which connects historians with scholars in related fields to examine major questions about society, culture, and global change.
Community and Engagement
The Department of History is an active intellectual community. Lectures, workshops, conferences, and public events bring together students, faculty, visiting scholars, and community members to share ideas and engage with historical scholarship.
By fostering collaboration and dialogue, the department encourages students to connect historical study with contemporary issues and public life.