This summer, history students had the opportunity to join two different study abroad programs – to China or to Poland. The Past and Present – Chinese History, Culture, Architecture, and Economy 2025 study-abroad program (May 18 – June 1, 2025) immersed history students in China’s monumental past and rapid modern transformation through site visits in Beijing, Xi’an, Changchun, and Shanghai…. Read more »
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Fall 2025 Course Open for Enrollment – HIST-A 303 “United States from 1789-1865”
Course Description: The period spanning 1789 to 1865 arguably remains the most pivotal time in American history. Divisive questions regarding foreign affairs, the frontier, slavery, anti-slavery, a National Bank, the constitutional role of the Presidency, tariffs, states’ rights, Indian relations, and wars all threatened to splinter the Union. When the dust settled on this scene… Read more »
Faculty Research Grant Awarded
This summer, Dr. Monica Tetzlaff received a Faculty Research Grant to research Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1963 speech in South Bend and explore how King connected global human rights with local African American activism. Her project highlights the local, national, and international dimensions of King’s civil rights leadership, emphasizing how he tailored his message to… Read more »
Summer 2025 in Vietnam
Professor Jonathan Nashel, a scholar of U.S. intelligence history, recently completed a Fulbright in Vietnam, where he built strong academic ties with local universities. This summer, he returned to Vietnam to give lectures and help organize an international history conference at Can Tho University. He also gave lectures at Fulbright University and Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City. His… Read more »
Paid Summer Internship available at St Joseph County Public Library
The St. Joseph County Public Library is seeking curious, self-motivated, and detail-oriented students to help promote recreational reading and library services to patrons of all ages. In this position you will help with: Reader’s Advisory: create inviting book displays and use library resources to help patrons find their next great read Youth Services: assist with… Read more »
History Internship available – RV/MH Hall of Fame and Museum in Elkhart
Ever picture yourself taking the driver’s seat in a time machine? At the RV/MH Hall of Fame & Museums, every relic has a road story and every exhibit is an invitation to explore the golden era of travel. We’re on the lookout for passionate interns ready to jump in, roll up their sleeves, and help … Read more »
Transition to Teaching
Are you a History Student looking to discover interesting new career paths for your degree? The Transition to Teaching program at IU South Bend provides an accelerated path to teacher licensure in Indiana for individuals with a bachelor’s degree. Our program features evening and online classes designed to increase accessibility for working professionals who wish… Read more »
Titan Bites and Belonging
The Center for Understanding, Belonging, & Experiences (CUBE), is working on learning more about the student’s experience on campus. The entire IU system is working on the Student Voice Initiative through motivational labs where we have conversations with students about their sense of belonging. The project goals are to elevate student voices and identify strategies… Read more »