Department of History : Texas State University

The Student Spotlight highlights the achievements of both graduate and undergraduate history students.

Ken and patricia Margerison Grad Fellowship

Keynote Presentation, Chasing Slavery Sympossium

Chasing Slavery: The Persistence of Forced Labor in the Southwest

AHA | Careers for History Majors

Undergraduate Program

The Department of History at Texas State offers a Bachelor of Arts in History (with the option of teacher certification). The department is dedicated to developing analytical skills and promoting critical thinking.

Graduate Program

The Department of History at Texas State offers M.A., and M.Ed. degrees, annually servicing over 80 graduate majors. Our graduate studies program specifically offers students degrees in four broad fields: United States History, World History, European History, and Public History.

Featured Events

The History Department sponsors numerous events throughout the year including guest lectures, book readings, conferences, and more.

Around the Courtyard

“Around the Courtyard” provides news of history faculty and students. In addition to publications and presentations, it also includes information about the community that makes up the history department.