History helps students appreciate their place within the world, and teaches them about who they are and what makes them tick. Not surprisingly, History achieves special relevance during periods of global uncertainty, as young people grapple with the confusing and troubling events of the day.
History traditionally has stood at the heart of Dartmouth's emphasis on the liberal arts. The curriculum of the Dartmouth History Department—international in its reach and deep in its chronological perspective—prepares future citizens and leaders with a deep understanding of the world in which they live. Some history department alumni have pursued advanced degrees and taught at the world's most prestigious universities, but more pursue careers in other occupations. Wherever they end up, our graduates find value in what they learned here. We know this because they stay in touch and tell us so.

