University of Rochester Department of History

Happy first week of spring! Come join fellow undergraduates in the history department at our Springtime Social for good food, even better conversation, and a chance to chat with one of our alumni, Jon Getz. All history students are encouraged to attend, but if you're interested in how history could help you with a career in law or political science, he's the perfect person to ask! We hope to see you there.

The URochester History Department is looking for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Modern European History; please see the listing for full information about the position.

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Fireside Reading - Winter 2026: Cozy book picks from UR students & recent grads to curl up with this season. From quiet classics to modern favorites, these short recommendations are perfect for a slow afternoon by the fire. Read the full list and find your next read: https://wix.to/aAMfkCU

Fireside Reading - Winter 2026 We know our readers have settled in or are travelling to and from many different places. Not all are experiencing this time of year as we do here in Rochester facing the cold chill of winter and a white blanket of snow as we step outside. But for those who are in need of a good excuse to relax by th...

Some of our history graduate students are working hard to make the Vagantes Conference on Medieval Studies an unforgettable experience for attendees from all walks of life in coming April! -- If you are interested in presenting, please submit your abstract via the information below by December 19!

SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED to 12/19!

Don't miss your chance to join us in Rochester for Vagantes 2026! Send us your abstracts by next Friday to be considered.

Thank you to all of the undergraduates that stopped by the URochester History Department's Study Break! We hope that your finals week goes smoothly, as well as your Winter Break! ☃️ Also, a mighty "thank you" to our peer advisors and admins that helped to pull off this fun event!

To help boost spirits while undergrads are making the last push through finals - we are hosting a two-day long STUDY BREAK! We are offering light snacks, beverages, calming ambiance, and study space to enjoy. Come see us in Rush Rhees Library! 🍎🍫🧃📑📝⛄️☕️🫖🎼📓📚

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A word from Professor Molly Ball: "First and foremost, I want to thank you for the support you have provided my Immigration and the Americas course over the years. In preparation for the Spring 2026 version of the course, I have put together an exhibit: "Rochester's (Im)migration History: Partnering with RBSCP Since 2015" in Rush Rhee's Lam's Square. The exhibit will be on display through December 11th."

Rochester's (Im)migration History: Partnering with RBSCP Since 2015 We invite you to explore Rochester’s rich (Im)migration history. Since 2015, students enrolled in Professor Molly C. Ball's Immigration and the Americas seminar course have uncovered Rochester’s rich embedded (im)migrant stories, learning how they connect to broader hemispheric movements. Roches...

With the holiday (and finals) season upon us, we would like to share the URMC Holiday Survival Guide as one resource for your health.

Holiday Survival Guide: Food, Stress, and Mental Health Tips Between busier schedules, elaborate meals, family dynamics, and shorter days, it's easy to get overwhelmed. Our experts share simple tips on how to balance mental and physical health during the holidays.

Come chat with History DUS Tom Fleischman and History Undergraduate Coordinator Jacqui Rizzo about spring courses and how to major in history! We are in Hawkins Carlson in RRL until 3pm!

Michael Jarvis, a professor of history and the director of the Digital Elmina Project and the Smiths Island Archaeology Project, discusses the hidden history of Bermuda and its pivotal role in reshaping our understanding of colonial America.

Britain Learned How to Set Up Its Global Empire on a Tiny Bermudan Island Podcast Episode · History Unplugged Podcast · 04/22/2025 · 44m