History News

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At Texas A&M University, Black history matters. Through research, teaching and working with local communities, the Department of History in the College of Arts and Sciences makes sure that Black experiences are preserved, remembered and shared.

Department of History Graduate Student Sophia Rouse (center)

History graduate students at Texas A&M University are on the move. The Department of History ensures student scholars are prepared for success. From the Center of Military History, to museum work and Fullbright teaching, Aggie historians are influencing the world of humanities and gaining diverse academic and professional experiences.

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The Department of History is delighted to share the stories of our students. This month the spotlight of history shines on Ariana Benedict. Here is Ariana’s interview.

College News About History

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Dr. Jonathan Carroll '23, who received his Ph.D. from Texas A&M University in military history, became the first Aggie to win the Edward M. Coffman First Manuscript Prize for his dissertation, “God’s Work in Hell: Nation Building and Counterinsurgency in Somalia, 1992-1995.”

Western University English professor and 2024 Glasscock Humanities Book Prize recipient Joshua Schuster

The Melbern G. Glasscock Center for Humanities Research has awarded the 25th annual Susanne M. Glasscock Humanities Book Prize to Western University Professor of English Dr. Joshua Schuster.

2002 Texas A&M University history graduate Granger Smith

The former country music star brings aid to devastated communities while balancing a new ministry career, family and a deep-rooted commitment to Texas A&M University.

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