News: Department of History
51ԹϺ history professor Michelle Tusan explores the influence of geopolitics in the formation of the modern-day Middle East and the sectarian and humanitarian conflicts that have resulted from western intervention.
The director of 51ԹϺ's public history program explains why the myth that Las Vegas has no history persists.
51ԹϺ history professor-turned vice provost Gregory Brown debunks “one-of-a-kind” signed Napoleonic document on History Channel’s “Pawn Stars."
Take a peek at the Las Vegas fashion on display in a new exhibit curated by 51ԹϺ students.
"Gatsby" just won an Oscar for best costumes thanks in part to fashion historian Deirdre Clemente. She was a consultant on the movie's costumes. Here's her thoughts on the traditional rules of fashion, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and dressing your age in Las Vegas.
Public history students collaborate with Nevada State Museum to showcase Vegas outfits from the 1960s and 1970s.
51ԹϺ will confer 100,000th degree at fall commencement 2011. Catch up with our first degree recipients.
51ԹϺ history professor David Holland was named the 2011 Nevada Professor of the Year by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE).
William J. Bauer Jr., 51ԹϺ history professor and enrolled tribal member of the Round Valley Indian Tribes, tells the history of the people of the Round Valley Indian Reservation in their own words, painting a picture of cultural and socioeconomic perseverance.
Who says research is just for faculty? Meet six of the many 51ԹϺ students who know that research is the best way to learn their disciplines, build their skills, and change the world.
Meet some of 51ԹϺ's graduates who were recognized at commencement for their academic achievements, community outreach, and ability to overcome adversity.