About Us
The primary mission of the History is to prepare students to leave the university as educated men and women who are prepared to further their education if they wish, who have the skills and knowledge that will allow them to participate in the economic market place, and who will contribute to society.
We introduce students to the study of the human past, which involves not only knowledge about historical events but also an understanding of the causes and processes involved in the growth and development of cultures over time, an awareness of the function of change and continuities in past societies, and an appreciation of and respect for the many varieties of human experience across cultures and over time.
The craft of the historian includes the critical analysis of texts and arguments, the interpretation of evidence, research conducted in a variety of media, and clear and effective written and oral communication. These skills prepare students for vocational and professional opportunities in a variety of fields and also enable them to be life-long learners. In addition, a major in History helps them to become thoughtful and effective citizens of an increasingly interconnected world.
Our faculty also serve the university mission by playing active roles in research and publication that advances knowledge in our respective fields of expertise. We serve the university by playing an important role in faculty governance and serving on committess that improve in fuctioning. We also serve Little Rock, Central Arkansas, and Arkansas by putting our knowledge and skills at the service of state and local governments and of the people in general.