Department of History
Understanding the Past. Building Your Future.
History students turn curiosity into practical skills—learning to research, analyze, and communicate ideas that prepare them for meaningful careers.
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Undergraduate
At CSU, you can earn a B.A. in History tailored to your goals, choosing from concentrations in General History, Language, Social Studies Teaching, or Digital & Public History, with minors also available in General History or Religious Studies.
Graduate
Students interested in our graduate programs can choose from focused pathways including Plan A (Liberal Arts), emphasizing faculty mentorship and a thesis; Plan B (Liberal Arts), centered on guided coursework for general public history; or the Cultural Resource & Historic Preservation concentration, offering hands on training for careers in CRM and historic preservation.
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Celebrate CLA! Faculty and staff recognized for outstanding contributions to teaching, research, and service in 2026
The College of Liberal Arts acknowledges the accomplishments and efforts of our outstanding faculty and staff for 2026.
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