History
Welcome to the Department of History
In the Department of History, we believe that studying history is not just about learning facts and figures, but about gaining a deeper understanding of past human experience and its impact on our world today.
In our classes, you will engage in opportunities that broaden your perspectives and enhance your critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills. History helps us understand the past and how it has shaped the present. It provides a framework for understanding the origins of current social, political, cultural, and economic systems and how they have evolved over time.
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About the History Department
History provides us with an understanding of different cultures, values, and perspectives, and helps us develop a more nuanced view of the world.
Why Study History?
You will find part of the world to connect with through history.
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What Will You Study?
In the past few years, our faculty have offered history courses that explore pivotal events, cultural transformations, and global perspectives.
History of U.S. Race Relations: Examine the complex history of race in the United States, focusing on key moments that shaped societal structures and ongoing challenges related to race and equality in American history.
The African Diaspora: Trace the history and influence of African communities dispersed globally due to slavery, colonialism, and migration through the cultural, social, and political contributions of the African diaspora across the world.
The First World War: Analyze the causes, events, and consequences of World War I, exploring its impact on global politics, society, and culture.
Modern Eastern Europe: Study the transformation of Eastern Europe through the 19th and 20th centuries, including major political upheavals and social changes.
Gender in East Asia: Examine the intersection of gender with politics, culture, and social structures in countries like China, Japan, and Korea.
The U.S. Military: Investigate the history of the U.S. military, focusing on its development, major conflicts, and role in shaping the nation.
The Russian Far East: Dig into the history of the Russian Far East, a region marked by its strategic importance and cultural diversity.
The Islamic World: Learn about the history of the Islamic world, from the rise of Islam to its influence on global civilizations and the cultural, political, and religious aspects that have shaped Islamic societies today.
The Irish Revolution: Examine the Irish struggle for independence in the early 20th century, focusing on key figures, events, and legacies.
The National Histories of Korea, Vietnam, and Mexico: Study Korea's history from ancient kingdoms to its modern division, Vietnam’s colonial struggles and independence movements, and Mexico’s development from pre-Columbian civilizations to contemporary society with a focus on revolution, culture, and governance.