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Welcome to the History Department
Explore the rich tapestry of human civilization at the University of Delaware's Department of History. Our distinguished faculty and cutting-edge curriculum will immerse you in the pivotal events, transformative ideas and captivating stories that have shaped our world across the centuries. Whether your passion lies in ancient empires, modern revolutions or the intricate threads connecting our global societies, the Department of History provides a vibrant intellectual community. Here, you will gain invaluable analytical skills, multicultural perspectives and a nuanced understanding of the past to better navigate the complexities of our present and future. Join us on an extraordinary journey through time and place as we uncover the narratives that define our shared human experience.
Why History?
- Unexpected Doors: Whether you have a specific career goal, or whether you wish to gain skills in writing, research and analytical thinking that will provide a strong foundation for careers in many fields, you will find that studying in the Department of History will open unexpected doors.
- Community Engagement: The University of Delaware's history department actively engages with the community through various programs and partnerships, enhancing students' educational experiences and contributing to local and regional historical preservation and education efforts.
Graduates of 2022
are finding employment success in 44 states in the U.S. (and Washington, D.C.) and 30 other countries around the world.
Top 3%
UD is in the top 3% in the U.S. for research activity, offering students access to cutting-edge facilities and opportunities to engage in impactful research.
Latest News
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UD alum names Delaware History Teacher of the Year
September 13, 2024 | Written by Red Clay School DistrictThe Gilder Lehrman Institute has named Anthony Swierzbinski of The John Dickinson School as the 2024 Delaware History Teacher of the Year. -
Reckoning with the Roots of Antisemitism and Racism
September 10, 2024 | Written by StaffMagda Teter of Fordham University explores the deeply connected roots of modern antisemitism and anti-Black racism on Thursday, October 10 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. -
Let’s talk about sex - and repression - in America
September 06, 2024 | Written by Becca Rothfeld of The Washington PostThe Washington Post has a review of “Fierce Desires: A New History of Sex and Sexuality in America,” a new book by Rebecca L. Davis, associate professor of history. -
The Forgotten History of Sex in America
August 26, 2024 | Written by Rebecca Mead of The New YorkerRebecca Davis, professor of history at UD, was quoted for her expertise.
Upcoming Events
Study with award-winning scholars
The University of Delaware’s Francis Alison Society selected Jaipreet Virdi, assistant professor of history, as one of two recipients of the 2020 Gerard J. Mangone Young Scholar Award. The award recognizes promising and accomplished young faculty. Virdi was honored in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences category.
Virdi is a historian of medicine, technology and disability. Her research and teaching interests include the history of medicine, the history of science, disability history, disability technologies and material/visual culture studies.
Jaipreet Virdi
