Welcome Message from the Chair
Welcome to the History Department at the University of Texas at San Antonio, home to 25 full-time faculty and over 300 history majors!
Our faculty consists of frontline research scholars exploring subjects in all parts of the world from the U.S. and Latin America to the Atlantic world, the Indian Ocean, and beyond. Our teaching programs feature a team of innovative, award-winning professors grounded in advanced pedagogies and committed to student success. In addition to our popular History B.A. that introduces students to the fun and rigor of learning and practicing history, the department offers a social studies concentration for students seeking teaching certification. We also offer a History M.A., one of the largest and most robust graduate programs in the College of Liberal and Fine Arts, where a significant number of students receive funding, including the department’s prestigious Nau scholarships. I encourage you to explore these pages to learn more about us and about the world of history unfolding before our eyes.
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We appreciate your interest in the Department of History and extend our warmest welcome to you from the Department.
Student Spotlight
The students and alumni of the U.T.S.A. Department of History accomplish so much both while in the program and when they leave. Every student leaves a lasting imprint on our program and our pride in these incredible individuals spans beyond their time with us. Check out just a few examples of our incredible current students and our amazing alumni!
Alexander Main
Alexander Main has been accepted and will attend Officer Candidate School for the U.S. Army after Boot Camp. We are so proud of his achievements which he credits to his faith and family.
Katalina Lopez
Katalina Lopez is one of our Nau Scholars in the M.A. program. Her presentation at the Nau Symposium in Fall of 2023 was exceptional. She aspires to become a dedicated historian and travel as much as possible.
Nidal Wadi
Nidal Wadi is one of our Social Studies majors and president of the UTSA History Club. He has traveled to New York in the Study Away Program and says coming to UTSA was one of the best decisions he has ever made!
September 23, 2025
James Nealy Wins Contemporary European History Award‘The Shchekino Method: Flexible Production with Socialist Characteristics’, by James Nealy wins the 2023 Contemporary European History Prize.
September 12, 2025
Omar Valerio-Jiménez Named OAH Distinguished LecturerThe Organization of American Historians announces Omar Valerio-Jiménez as one of 17 newly appointed U.S. historians to the OAH Lectureship Program. Dr. Valerio-Jiménez joins a renowned roster of speakers who share their expertise and scholarly research with a variety of audiences across the country.
September 4, 2025
OVATIONS Magazine: Innovation in Action: COLFA's Blueprint for Tomorrow's WorforceWhen students ask, “Will I really use this in my career?” COLFA answers confidently with having released many new programs over the last two years that blend practical skills with creativity for the evolving workforce.
