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Uncommon People

The History Department is thrilled to welcome Joe Gabent, a UCSC history major graduate, back to campus as this year's Spring Showcase keynote speaker. Continue»

History in the News

June 12, 2018Standing tall and giving back
April 26, 2018PhD+ Stephanie Montgomery and Melissa Brzycki: “Podcasting Pop Culture – Engaging Public Audiences in East Asian History”
April 26, 2018UCSC History Grad Student Bristol Cave-LaCoste on KZSC

Experience History

You're invited to join members of The Gail Project on an exciting adventure this August in Okinawa, Japan. Explore the history, tradition, and culture of this unique and significant island. Learn more...

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The History Department faculty are a diverse group of scholars whose research and teaching interests often span the divides between traditional academic disciplines. These faculty form collaborative working relationships with their colleagues campus wide, producing new and exciting interdisciplinary fields of study:

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