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Knowledge of the Human Past and Experience

Providing a historically informed perspective on the contemporary world and the challenges that it faces.

The History Department provides students with a broad knowledge of the human past and experience...

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Fall 2023 Course Booklet

Admissions

Student Resources

Academic Programs

Undergraduate Program
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Graduate Program
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List of Degrees
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What's Happening

UNLV Newsmakers 2024: March
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A roundup of the top news stories featuring UNLV students and faculty.

UNLV Newsmakers 2024: February
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A collection of news stories and highlights featuring UNLV students and faculty.

Ombuds Office Offers Confidential Services for UNLV Employees
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Ombuds David G. Schwartz provides a safe space for hearing your workplace concerns.

UNLV Experts Available: Super Bowl 2024
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As the nation's most-watched sports entertainment event rolls into town, UNLV researchers are available to provide expertise.

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Announcements

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In the News

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Accomplishments

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Experts

  • Paul Werth
    Chair and Professor, Department of History
  • William Bauer
    Professor, History
  • Dan Bubb
    Aviation Historian and Associate Professor in Residence, UNLV Honors College
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Helpful Links

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Public History Preserve Nevada Women in Nevada History Library Guide for History Majors

The Department of History is one of the departments in the College of Liberal Arts.

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