Episode 79: In which a British tourist decides to carve up an ancient wall, and the Roman gods consider carving up the tourist. This episode of Real Housewives of Mt. Olympus brought to you by the latest archaeological news on CNN.com – and by CLAS-B 312 Plague, Disasters and Death in the Ancient World. This …
Read MoreStudents in the Master of Arts in History program in the IU School of Liberal Arts recently had the opportunity to dig into the IU Indianapolis archives to learn more about the origins of the campus and its unique history. Part one in this blog series looks the IU Natatorium’s role in bolstering Indianapolis’s reputation …
Read MoreAre you considering adding a minor to your degree? Have you ever thought about exploring the depths of the past while shaping your future? A minor in history could be the perfect choice for you. History isn’t just about memorizing dates and events; it’s about understanding the context, decisions made, and their impact on the …
Read MoreExplore the rich tapestry of Indiana’s past with Professor Thomas Mason. Are you fascinated by the stories woven into the fabric of Indiana’s history? Do you want to uncover the unique regional traits and challenges that have shaped the Hoosier state over time? Look no further than HIST-A 363 Survey of Indiana History, a captivating …
Read MoreThe 2024 Bennett-Tinsley Award for Undergraduate History Research and Writing This award encourages undergraduate research in a broad range of subjects related to Indiana and the Midwest, and rewards excellence in history research and writing. Many aspects of the region’s past, especially related to the history of women, minorities (including race, ethnicity, and gender/sexuality), refugees, …
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Congratulations to Professor Zhang for his new book, The Global in the Local: A Century of War, Commerce, and Technology in China, published by Harvard University Press! The story of globalization in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries as experienced by ordinary people in the Chinese river town of Zhenjiang. Fear swept Zhenjiang as British soldiers …
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The IU School of Liberal Arts Office of Career Development is excited to announce the launch of a new website designed to increase and improve student access to career development resources and opportunities. Career development is an essential part of your education, especially at the beginning of an academic year. Career advisors can help you …
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Liberal Arts students had their opportunity to shine as the IU School of Liberal Arts held its annual premiere student recognition event on April 19. This year it was a student takeover and it was online! Taking the lead were two of our student ambassadors. Dakota Bruton, a senior in communication studies and Lauren Moss, …
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Applications to become a Student Ambassador for the School of Liberal Arts are open now for Fall 2022 service! Do you feel passionate about how the School of Liberal Arts has helped shape you? Would you like to share your story? As a student ambassador, you will become the face of our school, and you will …
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The History Department is thrilled to share the good news that Dr. Nancy Robertson has received the Alvin S. Bynum Award for Excellence in Academic Mentoring. The Alvin S. Bynum Mentor Award is given each year to outstanding academic mentors who have demonstrated longstanding and extraordinary commitment to the learning process.
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