History

A proud and joyful moment at the College of Arts and Sciences Day of Recognition ceremony as our colleague Dr. Carrie Glenn, was surprised with the well-deserved Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching!

Dr. Glenn’s passion, dedication, and commitment to her students continue to inspire everyone around her. Congratulations on this incredible recognition! So very well deserved!

We had a fun get together with history lovers from freshmen to recent graduates over pizza and baklava! Wonderful conversations from AI! to hiking trails and local history landmarks. Thanks to all those who were able to join! Good luck everyone with the finals! Have a great summer!

We need historians not just to understand the past, but to shape what comes next.

Historical thinking helps us ask better questions, evaluate evidence, and make informed decisions about the future.

As we look ahead, the work of historians remains essential to public life, education, and a thriving democracy.

What should we better understand about the past as we think about the future?

Join us for an inspiring talk by Hon. Zainab A. Chaudhry, the first Muslim and among the first three judges of South Asian descent appointed to the New York Court of Claims.
A first-generation lawyer and daughter of Pakistani immigrants, Judge Chaudhry will share her journey through faith, law, public service, and leadership.
Thursday, February 19, 12:30-1:30 pm, MPR

History through art 🌍✨ Dr. Gokcek’s Middle East history students expressed key themes from Middle Eastern arts through creative project bringing history, culture, and creativity together. Another inspiring way to end the semester! 🎨📚

History in action! 🙌 Dr. Glenn’s VSJ students wrapped up the semester with incredible hands-on projects, now showcased at the NU Library. Another great finish for the History Department! 📚🔥

This striking photo from Dr. Risk’s office in the History Department captures the poignant memorial near the Reichstag in Berlin, a powerful reminder of Germany’s reflection on its past. Each sculpted form stands as a testament to memory, loss, and the enduring importance of confronting history with honesty and empathy

Come check it out next time you’re in the History Department — every corner of Timon Hall has a story to tell! 🌍✨

Congratulations to Dr. Glenn and her students in HIS340 class for their wonderful posters on places, people, and objects from the time of American revolution. Such a great way to tell the different stories from history in a tangible way!

Congratulations to all the Phi Alpha Theta inductees of 2025 and their parents. Well done!

✨Exciting News✨ Don’t miss the chance to join Dr.Scott C. Alexander as he dives into theology, conflict, and the human brain!🧠 Mark your calendars for this inspiring event when we return from break on March 20, 12-1 PM in the MPR and get ready to gain unique insights that will enrich your perspective!✨