The study of the past prepares students to be informed citizens in the world today. History Department faculty offer a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses that prepare students to read ...

You have a unique opportunity to share in the excitement of historical discovery through the fortieth annual Evenings with History lecture series. The Evenings with History lecture series, sponsored ...

There’s no more iconic symbol of medieval Europe than the knight: clad in shining armor, jousting with his rivals, wearing a token of his lady love. But knights were far more than romantic ...

Not too long ago, historians of the American West joined their artistic brethren in celebrating what we now think of as the “Old West.” For historians and artists, the “winning of the West” was a ...

Every February, the U.S. honors the contributions and sacrifices of African Americans who have helped shape the nation. Black History Month celebrates the rich cultural heritage, triumphs and ...

Many who study History are simply drawn to the field because of their fascination with the past. Some students bring their historical interest with them from high school; others discover it once they ...

The Study and Writing of History (3000-level classes for history majors only) 1 US History elective (2000- or 4000-level)2 free electives (2000- or 4000-level) 2 LAMA (Latin America, Asia, Middle East ...

This year marks the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, the commemoration of Black heritage and resilience that happens every February in the United States. But what is it, exactly, and how did ...

The Master of Arts in public history provides training in research methods and practical skills needed for careers in archives, museums, historic preservation, and other areas of public history. The ...