History Department
Why Study History at UNC Asheville?
Earn a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of North Carolina Asheville and explore the roots of civilizations, cultures, and ideas that shape our world today. With a curriculum grounded in critical thinking, research, and communication, students are prepared for diverse career paths in education, public service, law, journalism, museum work, and more. History majors can also enhance their studies with interdisciplinary minors, or take individual courses as non-degree students for personal enrichment or professional growth. With flexible options and a strong liberal arts foundation, UNC Asheville’s History program empowers students to connect the past with the present—and shape the future
History Department Programs
History
B.S. Minor Teacher Licensure
Through a comprehensive, hands-on curriculum, you’ll build the research, writing, and critical thinking skills needed to become a thoughtful leader in history—ready for careers in education, public service, law, and more.
Career Outcomes
Career Outcomes
A history bachelor’s degree opens the door to a wide range of exciting career paths that value critical thinking, research skills, and a deep understanding of the human experience. Alumni often enjoy careers in business, law, education, government, communications, politics, and multimedia, among other industries. Many students also pursue licensure to teach at the K-12 level. In addition, some students may pursue an advanced or specialized degree to work as historians, archivists, museum curators, professors, and more.
Complete a Capstone Thesis Project
Complete a Capstone Thesis Project
Earn Your Teacher Licensure
Earn Your Teacher Licensure
Interested in pursuing a career in teaching? Choose between the general major in history or a history major with teaching licensure, which includes coursework from the Education Department. In these classes, you gain the knowledge and skills necessary to become a middle or high school social studies teacher in the state of North Carolina. Contact the appropriate licensure advisor for more information and review the catalog to explore the required coursework.
Scholarships and Awards Available
Scholarships and Awards Available
Funding your education can be challenging; however, in the history bachelor’s degree program, you have options. Aside from funding opportunities such as federal financial student aid, history majors can look forward to scholarship opportunities such as the North Carolina History Award, the Greenawalt/Ready Senior Thesis Award, Ruth and Leon Feldman Award, the Mark Lawson Scholarship, and the Mitchell History Fellow Scholarship. There are also awards for travel research.
I have been surprised at how much this endeavor has fostered my personal growth and self-confidence.
History Department Faculty
The Department of History's faculty and students explore a range of concepts through research projects, presentations, and collaborative and creative work. Our experienced faculty members have diverse backgrounds and expertise and thrive on mentoring each of their students.
Sarah Judson, Ph.D.
Chair and Professor of History
Office: 203 Whitesides Hall
Phone:
Email: sjudson@unca.edu
Ellen Holmes Pearson, Ph.D.
Professor of History and Roy Carroll Professor of Arts & Sciences
Office: 219 Whitesides Hall
Phone: 251-6651
Email: epearson@unca.edu
Alvis E. Dunn, Ph.D.
HUM 324 Coordinator ; Associate Professor of History
Office: 206 Whitesides Hall
Phone: 251-6620
Email: adunn1@unca.edu
Office Hours:
Wednesday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Thursday 11:45 am – 12:45 pm
Eric Roubinek, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of History
Office: 208 Whitesides Hall
Phone:
Email: eroubine@unca.edu
Office Hours:
Wednesday 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Thursday 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Samer Traboulsi, Ph.D.
Professor of History
Office: 205 Whitesides Hall
Phone: 251-6298
Email: straboul@unca.edu
Grant Hardy, Ph.D.
Professor of History & Religious Studies
Office: 220 Whitesides Hall
Phone: 251-6344
Email: ghardy@unca.edu
Office Hours:
Monday 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Wednesday 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Tracey Rizzo, Ph.D.
Professor of History & Interim Dean of Humanities
Office: 204 Whitesides Hall
Phone: 251-6315
Email: trizzo@unca.edu
Ready for what's next?
Earn a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of North Carolina Asheville and develop the critical thinking, research, and communication skills that prepare you for careers in education, law, public service, museum work, journalism, and beyond.