History

By examining the past, you understand the present and can create a better future.

Historians study humanity's past successes and failures, eras of brilliance and times of darkness, enlightened civilizations, and devastating regimes—all of which help explain the present. And with a firm understanding of what preceded us, you can shape where we are headed. A bachelor's degree in history means that you've learned which ideals, systems, and structures benefited mankind and which ones didn't, and that can ease your entry into almost any field, such as government, education, and business. Our Department of History faculty will work closely with you to advise you on the myriad opportunities awaiting you.

Important Adviser Information

Undergraduate Advising

You may e-mail Prof. Wills for appointments by phone or videoconference.

Graduate Admissions and Advising

Students should e-mail Associate Professor Rawson for appointments.

CLIO

Spring 2022, Issue 1

A Brooklyn College Historical Society Publication

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LAMEM Fall 2022 Colloquia

The Late Antique-Medieval-Early Modern Faculty Working Group at Brooklyn College presents their fall 2022 colloquia:

Wednesday, September 7: Free Choice and Reason: On Boethius’ Consolation of Philosophy
Thursday, October 13: Despotics: Elite Slavery, Domination, and Classical Literature as Archive of Slavery
Wednesday, October 26: Poetry, Piety, and the Islamic Self in the Medieval Persian World
Thursday, November 10: On the Nature of Grace and the Grace of Nature: Mystical and Philosophical Theology in the German Dominican School
Wednesday, December 7: So Tender and Round: Race and Sensation in Medieval Religious Allegory

Events will be held on Zoom and in-person. Students and faculty are welcome.

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Contact Information

Department Chairperson: Philip Napoli
Undergraduate Deputy Chair: historydeputy@brooklyn.cuny.edu

Location: 1105 Boylan Hall
Phone: 718.951.5303
Fax: 718.951.4504

Why You Should Major in History

Assistant Professor Mancia talks about why you need to take history courses.

Professor Stern explains how a history major allows you to stretch your mind, ideas, and horizons.

Alumni Spotlight

Jonathan Velazquez '20

Majoring in history has improved the way I empathize with others. Everything is not black and white - there is a bureaucratic hierarchy in every field and understanding that has emancipated me.

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