Eating the Past Season 2
Join us to learn about food and cooking in historical context. Eating the Past features recipes prepared by USU faculty, selected from cookbooks in the historic collections of the USU Special Collections & Archives.
Upcoming Community Event
What can you do with a degree in history?
The Department of History's mission is to train undergraduates to research, analyze, synthesize and communicate accurate conclusions about change over time by using the historical method, and gaining these skills opens doors to a vast selection of job opportunities. Our alumni are chaplains, legislators, entrepreneurs, professors and so much more. Come see how our degree programs can equip you for an exciting future!
History Tracks
History - Major, Minor
Study change in U.S.and global regions by exploring race, gender, class, culture, environments, ethnicity, politics and religion.
History Teaching - Major, Minor
Develop the habits of mind and instructional strategies necessary to teach effectively in a variety of settings—both in and outside the classroom.
Religious Studies - Major
Build thoughtful understanding of religion and its relationship with culture, individuals and communities. Master critical thinking and effective communication.
Civilizations - Classics Minor
Study life and art during the Greco-Roman period and prepare to continue your research in graduate and Ph.D. programs.
History - Graduate
Further develop your historical research skills while participating in teaching and research opportunities.
Public History - Graduate
Focus your study of history to suit your interests and learn to collaborate with historians outside of a classroom environment.
Ancient Languages and Culture - Graduate Program
Practice historical research techniques and gain skills necessary for further study into ancient cultures.
Program Highlights
Brith Sholem Exhibit Opens
History Graduate Fellow, Monique Davila, worked with with USU's Special Collections & Archives to create a digital exhibit commemorating the 100th anniversary of Congregation Brith Sholem and its synagogue's establishment in Ogden, Utah.
Peace building certificate holds first event
The Global Peacebuilding Certificate sponsored its first public event on November 8, 2021, with a panel discussion entitled, “The Afghanistan Crisis: The Challenges of Peacekeeping and Peacebuilding”.
Upcoming Events
Get Involved
Interact with other students of history and expand your study through extra-curricular activities.
Internships
Gain work experience and network with professionals working in historical fields while receiving credit towards your degree.
Phi Alpha Theta
PAT is a national professional society that promotes the study of history through research, publication and the exchange of learning and ideas among historians.
Study Abroad
Learn about history where it happened! Study a huge variety of historical topics in their relevant countries, develop language skills and gain valuable global perspectives.
USU Honors Program
Take advantage of one-on-one mentorship opportunities, participate in social events with other high-achieving students and enhance your time at USU with special housing and registration benefits.
Undergraduate Research
View a collection of research projects that have been undertaken by students of history over the years.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
- Utah State University offers many options for financial aid, including university level scholarships and aid available to specific colleges and majors.