History

The history program at Rockhurst University equips students to think critically, reason discerningly and communicate effectively through exposure to the human condition across many eras and places. History students are challenged to ask contemplative questions of the past, analyze sources and apply findings to the present while providing insight into the future. History majors and minors have the opportunity to explore topics such as American Indian History, Science, Religion and Magic in Modern Europe, Law & Justice in the Pre-Modern World, Modern Middle East, and Immigrants’ Experiences in America, among others. Find our course offerings in history as listed in the RU Catalog. 

Each faculty member in Rockhurst's department of history holds a Ph.D. and is an active scholar and presenter in their field. Faculty members have traveled and studied widely throughout the U.S., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, and bring their experiences into the classroom. In other words, you'll learn from the best. 

History pairs perfectly with many other disciplines, including education, theology, biology, philosophy, business, and pre-law, just to name a few. History courses are an important part of interdisciplinary minors such as medical humanities, leadership development, and interdisciplinary environmental studies.