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History at Northwestern
Our world-class department owes its reputation to outstanding faculty dedicated to teaching and research, as well as engaged students who take advantage of learning opportunities in and beyond the classroom.
The History undergraduate program teaches over 4,500 students each year, and the PhD program has over 110 students in residence.
Cakes and Classes is a fantastic opportunity for students to connect with the faculty, learn more about our course offerings, and eat a whole lot of cake! Enjoy our Cakes and Classes video.
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Historical Studies
The Chabraja Center for Historical Studies (CCHS) promotes broad scholarly engagement with historical materials.
Upcoming Events
Feb
12
2026
Lecture on Black History (CCHS/Black Studies)
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Evanston
CCHS/Black Studies Distinguished Lecture on Black History Ula Yvette TAYLOR (Berkeley), author of The Promise of Patriarchy: Women and...
Feb
16
2026
Cakes & Classes
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM, Evanston
Cakes and Classes is a delicious opportunity to network with History professors, learn about the incoming quarter courses, get your que...
Feb
19
2026
History Honors Thesis Program Information Session
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM, Evanston
Thinking about a History Honors Thesis? Come learn more! Join faculty and current seniors over dinner for an informal info session. RSV...