Northeastern State University - History & Social Studies Ed

We hope you have an enjoyable summer! We look forward to seeing you back in the Fall!

Wishing you a summer of joy and relaxation! (Unless you're taking summer classes, then we wish you a summer of success and inspiration!)

Alexa Haley and Micheal Callaway were inducted into the History honors society, Phi Alpha Theta, during the NSU Dept of Social Sciences Honor Society induction ceremony on April 28.

Please join me in congratulating Grant Edwards, a Senior Social Studies Education Major, and Alexa Haley, a Senior History major, on being named History Students of the Month for April 2026.

According to the History faculty, Grant is a hardworking student who excels in class discussions. He also goes above and beyond to be kind and considerate to everyone he encounters. Grant is a thoughtful student who was recognized with an Honor Society award and served as a volunteer History Day judge.

The History faculty also notes that Alexa is a thoughtful student who consistently demonstrates strong analytical skills in class and produces insightful writing. She received an Honor Society award, served as a judge for History Day, and recently presented her research at the Social Science Research Symposium.

Congratulations, Grant and Alexa! We are proud of y’all’s outstanding contributions, dedication, and hard work!

We need historians because they turn information into insight.

From classrooms and boardrooms to museums and public policy settings, historians bring critical thinking, research skills, and the ability to make sense of complex information.

Those skills do not stay in one field. They travel, and they matter everywhere.

If you studied history, where has it taken you?

Join us on Thursday, April 23, for the NSU Department of Social Sciences Research Symposium in the Wilson Hall Banquet Room. History majors Mckinley Grimes, Crispin Klinger, Alexa Haley, and Abby Gonzalez will present recent research projects, along with other students in the Social Sciences. There will be door prizes.

Dr. Silver’s Public History class took a field trip to The Museum Broken Arrow to learn about how nonprofit museums operate, including their mission, organizational setup, and fundraising efforts.

Be sure to enroll early to ensure you can get into the classes you need to graduate on time! If you have questions about a course offered in the Spring or Fall, reach out to Dr. Farmer or the respective faculty member; they will be happy to answer them.

Save Your Spot. Summer and Fall 2026 Enrollment is open now for Juniors, Sophomores and Freshman students!
Schedule an appointment with your advisor today at https://offices.nsuok.edu/advising/default.aspx.

Dr. Silver’s Public History class conducted a field trip to the Fort Gibson Historic Site to gain insights into museums that serve as historic sites, including an exploration of the particular challenges and opportunities posed by a 202-year-old site.

Please join me in congratulating James Whitney, a Junior History major, on being named History Student of the Month for March 2026.

According to the History faculty, James is "an excellent student in part because of natural ability, but he also goes the extra mile to truly engage with the content. He works hard to improve his skills and produce the best work possible." The History faculty is especially impressed with his analytical and writing skills.

Congratulations, James! We are proud of your outstanding contributions, dedication, and hard work!