History

Chair, Department of History and Geography: Professor Irons

Professors: Bissett, Digre, Ellis, Felten, Festle, Midgette

Associate Professors: Carignan, Chang, Clare, Matthews

Assistant Professors: Duan, A. Johnson

Adjuncts: Beck, Cockrell, Fletcher

The study of history centers around exploration of various economic, social, political, military and religious forces that have transformed the face of the world. It combines analytical thinking and writing with a detailed grasp of the many influences that have brought about historical change.

History is a discipline that explores the dynamics of change from humanistic and social scientific perspectives. Because of the breadth and depth of historical investigation, students who choose to major or minor in history at Elon find themselves well prepared for careers that require interaction with people and the ability to write and think analytically.