UVM history students develop flexible minds and sophisticated world views.

UVM history students develop flexible minds and sophisticated world views.

The word "history," Greek in origin, means "learning through inquiry," and that is precisely what our professors of history and their students do. At UVM the study of history is much more than memorizing dates, names, battles and treaties. Together, students and faculty discover and interpret the past by asking questions and conducting research. In the process, students become prepared to meet the challenges of a constantly changing and increasingly complex world. 

Studying History at UVM.

History Faculty

Scholars and Teachers

Most of our faculty members have won or been nominated for a UVM award for excellence in teaching, and we’re proud to be a community of published scholars actively pursuing historical understanding. As such, we are committed to sharing our love of history and search for historical insight with you.
2019 Phi Alpha Theta Inductees

Students of Distinction

Our history classes aren’t just for history majors. We welcome any student with 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 clearly.
Susanna-Schrafstetter

Ready for Any Career

Two UVM history graduates have won Pulitzer Prizes, one for journalism, the other for literature. The study of history prepares you for the dynamics of business, law, government, and nonprofit careers. It supports critical thinking, analysis, and clear communication—critical skills in any field.

History in the News

New Faculty: Devin Colman, Historic Preservation Program

man in blue jacket and red cap with video equipment works on a shoot in the forest

Spotlight on CAS Alums!
Professor Steve Zdatny on left wearing blue jacket and white hat standing in front of shelves of hats; book cover showing historical French woman in white garb with book title "Steve Zdatny, A History of Hygiene in Modern France: The Threshold of Disgust"

Coming Clean
2 people standing in front of their poster at a science conference

Beyond the Books
Virtual meeting screen showing Japanese and CAS students in the Collaborative Online International Learning Project between UVM and Tottori University in Japan

A World of Experience