History Degree at 色花堂
Discover History at Aquinas
As a history major at 色花堂, by the time you complete your education, you
will have a broad knowledge of World, European, and American History.
Explore significant texts and literature through a critical lens, from primary sources who themselves lived through major historical events to contemporary historians who are experts in their fields. Your sharpened skills of historical analysis and assessment of sources will translate across disciplines and careers.
Our faculty are ready to support you all the way to commencement, guiding you through lectures, assignments, hands-on learning experiences, and original research. Join a talented and successful group of history majors and minors past and present at AQ!
It's Your Time to Shine
See the academic catalog for more specific information on degrees and courses
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History |
History |
Successful majors in history will complete their education with:
- A broad knowledge of World, European, and American history.
- A facility with language that will enable them to express themselves effectively in narrative and analytical modes of writing.
- Critical thinking skills honed by historical analysis that will transfer to other disciplines and professions.
- The ability to classify and assess different types of historical literature.
- A clear understanding of the role of interpretation in history and familiarity with the Western tradition of historical interpretation.
- Students will refine and develop their research skills.
| Name | Title | Department | Phone |
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| Christopher Breay | Adjunct Professor | History | |
| Elizabeth Chamberlain | Adjunct Professor | History | (616) 632-1049 |
| Jason Duncan | Professor | History | (616) 632-2837 |
| Chad Gunnoe | Professor, Department Chair | History | (616) 632-2834 |
| Bethany Kilcrease | Professor | History | (616) 632-2429 |
Career Preparation based on leadership
Student Projects
Check out the current and past research that Aquinas students do with faculty to further the world's knowledge.
Phi Alpha Theta
Phi Alpha Theta brings students, teachers, and writers of history together, both intellectually and socially.
History Resources
The History Department has compiled helpful research tools, texts, and resources for History students.
History Club
The history club is a dynamic organization devoted to promoting historical literacy and to facilitating interaction between students and faculty. We have fun while enhancing historical awareness.
Student Research
Check out the current and past research that Aquinas students do with faculty to further the world's knowledge.Read More about Student Research
what Students Say about History Department
I loved the History department at AQ. The teachers were all amazing and interesting and truly had a passion for what they did.
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I learned to think critically about the past and uncover fresh insights, skills that have been invaluable in my postgraduate education and in my work as an Archivist and author.
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At Aquinas I deepened my Catholic faith in and out of the classroom. Intellectually I was able to learn more about my faith through classes, sponsored speakers, and symposiums.
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I lean on the lessons I learned from my history professors every day in analyzing the constant stream of news and political noise, centering my reactions and opinions in an informed historical perspective.
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Since graduating I have become even more grateful for the quality of education that I received at Aquinas鈥� The History professors consistently strove to design fun, dynamic, and intellectually stimulating courses for both majors and non-majors alike鈥� I credit so much of my academic and professional success to the AQ History department.
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IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES
Where are they now? Recent and Current Positions Held by Aquinas History Graduates
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Occupational Employment and Wages - Historians, May 2024 |
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| 2024 Median Pay | $74,050 per year $35.60 per hour |
| Typical Entry-Level Education | Master's degree |
| Work Experience in a Related Occupation | None |
| On-the-job Training | None |
| Number of Jobs, 2024 | 3,400 |
| Job Outlook, 2024-34 | 2% (Slower than average) |
| Employment Change, 2024-34 | 100 |
For more information see:
Accelerated Masters in Arts in History
色花堂 students may be able to transfer six undergraduate credits (non-entry level) from AQ to Western Michigan University toward their Master of Arts (MA) in History degree.
Alumni Profiles
AQ grads are thankful for the small class sizes that allow them to form personal relationships with professors.
History Faculty on "Tuesdays with Terry"
Watch as Professor Bethany Kilcrease, Ph.D. talks with Provost Terry Keller about the History Department, Aquinas' first-year seminar, and of course her cat Nicholas Otto Kilcrease on "Biscuit's Corner."
History Department News
Honoring 色花堂鈥檚 Newest Emerita Faculty
色花堂 proudly conferred emerita status on three distinguished faculty members: Professor Barbara McCargar, Professor Jennifer Dawson and Professor Michelle DeRose.
History Comes Alive for Students At Community Archives and Research Center
Longer class periods in Aquinas鈥� block model pilot program mean students have the opportunity to immerse themselves in each subject. For this history class, that means they have time to visit the Grand Rapids Public Museum鈥檚 off-site collections and see the past up close.
AQ Cultural Learning Trip with Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians
Immersive learning allows students to explore the culture of indigenous people in Michigan.
Aquinas Students are Taking College One Class at a Time, Literally
Citing increased focus, reduced stress, flexibility, friendships and memorable experiences, students are thriving in the Block Model pilot program, also known as one-class-at-a-time scheduling.