Undergraduate Student Newsletter
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Welcome Back from the Department Chair
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With fall rapidly approaching, it’s time to say hello again to returning students and welcome newcomers to the University of Utah! I hope you have had restful, productive, fun summers with a bit of adventure mixed in. I’m thrilled to introduce three new colleagues who are joining the History Department this fall: Rohan Chatterjee, who is a historian of modern Latin America; Kiki Mackaman-Lofland, a scholar of modern France and Francophone Africa; and Wenrui Zhao, a historian of early modern Europe with an emphasis on science and technology. Please watch for their courses and help us welcome them to the University of Utah!
As a new semester gets underway, I hope you all have a great experience engaging with your classmates and professors and diving into a new body of coursework. College can be demanding and stressful, but it is also an exciting opportunity to open your mind and expand your horizons. I hope you enjoy your courses, make new friends, and look for opportunities to take advantage of the many things the University of Utah has to offer. Join the History Student Association and attend department events; explore the cultural offerings of Utah Presents; visit campus museums; go to sporting events; join an intramural league. The University of Utah offers a first-rate education and lots else besides. Welcome to campus—I hope you make the most of your time here.
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Professor Catalina 'Kiki' Mackaman-Lofland |
Ask me about... "how Algerian university students were central to protesting French colonialism in the 1950s and later supporting Algerian nationalism, pan-Africanism, and Third Worldism in the 1960s. Outside of these academic interests, ask me why I think desert blues from the Sahel is one of the most exciting musical genres today."
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I think the most important role I play at the U... definitely teaching. Universities are fantastic places to be exposed to new ideas and learn about other parts of the world, and I believe that history classes offer excellent entry to both. While the history of France and its empire may seem far removed from our lives in the United States today, I believe that learning about them is important to understanding the contemporary world and current issues, such as democracy and political change, colonialism, race, immigration, and global power.
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HIST 4260 French Colonial Empire from New France to the Algerian War
HIST 4990 Senior Seminar
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New History Department Faculty |
Professors Rohan Chatterjee, Catalina Mackaman-Lofland, and Wenrui Zhao are joining us this fall! International studies, Historian's Craft, French Empire, and more! Check out their faculty pages and course offerings! READ MORE
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Drop-In Academic Advising Hours |
Drop-in advising hours are available the first week of the semester.
Amarilys Scott: CTIHB 310
Monday 10am - 12pm, 2pm - 3pm
Wednesday 10am-12pm, 1pm - 2pm
Thursday 10am - 12pm, 1pm - 3pm
Lex Putnam: CTIHB 205
Tuesday 2pm - 5pm
Friday 3pm - 5pm
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| History Student Association Kickoff Meeting! |
Come to the History Student Association's kickoff meeting for the 2025-26 school year! We'll be getting to know each other and making plans for activities throughout the year.
Everyone is welcome, whether you're a History major or not. Find us in the lobby of the 3rd floor of the Carolyn Tanner Irish Humanities Building from 10am - 12pm on Wednesday, August 27th. Pizza and drinks will be served!
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Still Need a History Class? |
These courses still have seats available!
HIST 4860: Environmental History of China
HIST 3910-007: LDS Scripture as Text
HIST 4490: Gender & Middle East History
HIST 4310: Gender/Power in Latin America
HIST 4671: American Indian to 1850
CHECK OUT THE HISTORY COURSE CATALOG
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Do you have feedback for the department? |
We want to hear from you! Your feedback is essential in helping the History Department improve scheduling, student associations, and more. Share your thoughts and ideas to help us create a better experience for everyone. Let your voice be heard! 🗣️✨
SHARE FEEDBACK HERE
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Last Day to Add Without a Permission Code
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Last Day to Add, Drop, Audit, and Elect CR/NC for Fall 2025 Courses
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