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Department of History

WHAT WE DO

Studying history allows you to sharpen your thinking and writing skill while exploring the rich, endlessly varied human past. A degree in history opens doors to careers not only in teaching and museums, but also in any profession that requires a sharp mind, the ability to process information and the flexibility to adapt to ever-changing circumstances, from foreign service to law.

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Academic Programs

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For Undergraduate Students

Learn about our program offerings at the undergraduate level: Bachelor of Arts in History and Minor in History.  

Undergraduate Programs
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For Graduate Students

Learn about graduate degree offerings: M.A. in History and Ph.D. in History.

Graduate Programs

Meet Our Student Ambassadors

Maggie Curl

Maggie Curl

Why is the History department a special place?

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    Research

    Learn about research in the Department of History, including the research areas of strength for our department, as well as collaborators & resources.

    History Research
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    Meet Our Faculty & Staff

    Meet the faculty and staff who support the students in the Department of History.

    Faculty & Staff Listing

Latest News

Find out more about the latest awards, grants, research, publications, events, and much more from our faculty, students, and staff.
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Faculty News / Honors & Awards / Research News

Professor Studies Tutankhamun's Travels in America

OXFORD, Miss. – Pharaoh Tutankhamun's greatest act of diplomacy actually happened more than 3,000 years after his death, a University of Mississippi researcher contends in her upcoming book.

Help Support History

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The Department of History is home to professors with a wide range of expertise, in American history as well as most other regions of the world. We strive to make our students better thinkers, writers, workers and citizens.

In addition to our regular courses, we:

  • Invite several speakers to campus every year to offer public lectures and interact with our students
  • Offer our students opportunities to engage in internships and original research
  • Help prepare students for graduate studies and the job market

If you’d like to support the department in its work, please consider a tax deductible donation through the University of Mississippi Foundation. 

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