A Community of Scholars and Teachers

Virtually every member of our department has won or been nominated for one or more of the university's awards for excellence in teaching. We are equally proud of the fact that we are a community of scholars involved in the active pursuit of historical understanding. Every member of the History faculty is a published author. As scholar-teachers we are committed to sharing our love of history and our search for historical insight with our students.

Our Students

The History Department enjoys a diverse group of students. Many who enroll in our classes are not history majors and many who are history majors have no intention of teaching history or otherwise becoming professional historians. What all of our students share is a passion for history and a desire to use its study as a means of deepening their insight into the human condition, sharpening their analytical skills, and improving their ability to express their insights in clear English prose. In other words, they have chosen history as their main avenue toward a well-rounded education.

Wheeler House ADA Accessibility

During the 2011-2012 academic year, Wheeler House (the history department's home base) will be undergoing renovations. As a result, access to the building for people with disabilities may be limited at this time. The department is committed to ensuring access for all and will, if necessary, move classes that meet in Wheeler House and arrange for accessible meeting spaces for faculty and students in other areas of the campus. Questions about these issues may be directed to your instructor or to Paul Deslandes, Acting Chair of the history department, 802-656-3180.