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Knowledge of the Human Past and Experience

Providing a historically informed perspective on the contemporary world and the challenges that it faces.

The History Department provides students with a broad knowledge of the human past and experience...

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Fall 2023 Course Booklet

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Academic Programs

Undergraduate Program
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Graduate Program
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List of Degrees
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What's Happening

UNLV Newsmakers 2024: August
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A collection of news highlights featuring students and faculty.

Looking Toward the Future: The Big Potential of the Proposed North Campus
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Here's the history behind the 2,000+ acres slated to substantially expand UNLV's footprint in the valley.

UNLV Newsmakers 2024: July
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Roundup of the hottest news headlines featuring UNLV students and staff.

UNLV Newsmakers 2024: May and June
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News highlights featuring UNLV students and staff who made (refreshing) waves in the headlines.

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Announcements

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In the News

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Accomplishments

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Experts

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Helpful Links

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Public History Preserve Nevada Women in Nevada History Library Guide for History Majors

The Department of History is one of the departments in the College of Liberal Arts.

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