Long Island History Department

Are you fascinated by the past? Do you want the opportunity to become a global thinker? Get ready.

Delve into the history of humankind to better understand the present and the future. Explore the systems and structures that built civilizations and societies. Examine the mysteries of the past with St. Joseph's University's Long Island Department of History.

Our history courses offer students a global perspective while they take courses in American, European and global history, along with advanced courses in such traditional areas as Colonial America and Medieval Europe. Specialized seminars are offered in topics as diverse as ethnicity in American life, France and the new Europe, Modern Japan, the Holocaust, the history of southern Africa and Latin American revolutions.

Students work with dedicated faculty to build the educational foundation for graduate school or for a successful career in a field they’re passionate about. They gain knowledge and skills while having the opportunity to serve internships, research topics that interest them and present at conferences across the country. They also have the opportunity to study abroad at one of the many places they learn about in class. 

Get ready for your future with St. Joseph's University's Long Island Department of History.

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Sean Murray ’21
History Major with a Concentration in Adolescence Education

"I was drawn to history because my father was a social studies teacher before he went into administrative work. As I grew older, I developed a love for the past: What happened, why it happened and the results of historical events. I have also developed wonderful relationships with the leaders in St. Joseph's history department. They all care deeply and are knowledgeable, but most importantly they care about the students. They make an effort to know you personally, and guide you. They teach skills to be successful in life, not simply in their class."

Featured History Students

The Long Island History Experience

Study Abroad: Global study trips allow our students to actively engage outside the classroom. Past trips have included such destinations as Poland, Germany, England and France.

Internship Offerings: St. Joseph's University history majors have interned at prestigious places across Long Island, including the Long Island Museum, Suffolk County Historical Society, Smithtown Historical Society and the Long Island Maritime Museum. Many internships turn into job offers.

Career Opportunities: History majors go on to work in such fields as education, law, library sciences, public history and government.

History Programs