Welcome to the History Department
We welcome you to consider majoring or minoring in History where you will join our vibrant community of close to 300 undergraduate and graduate students. To support our students in their intellectual growth, our department offers courses in a full range of locations, cultures, and experiences; and provides opportunities for students to participate in other events and gatherings throughout the year. Contact us at (360) 650 3457 or by email at history@wwu.edu. Follow us on Instagram @wwuhist.
Advising Resources
Find an Advisor
Here in the History Department, our tenured and tenure-track faculty act as our advisors. They assist students will all advising needs and answer questions about our department. To be assigned to an advisor and get a jump start on creating a degree plan, contact the department office assistant (history@wwu.edu or 360-650-2324). Feel free to let us know if you prefer an advisor who shares your area of interest, is someone who you'd like to connect with, or who you've had in class. Click below to see the full list of our advisors.
Graduate Program
Our Masters in History Program
Western's History MA students pursue a wide range of historical topics in an in-person, small-group setting that fosters invaluable intellectual exchange with faculty and peers.