Department of History and American Studies
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The study of history increases our capacity to think critically and to form independent judgments. Examination of various ages and cultures helps students understand the present world and intelligently anticipate the future.
The History Department encourages its majors to involve themselves in off-campus programs of study and internships, particularly the Department’s Great Cities Program, which gives students the opportunity to experience directly and to enjoy the history and culture of some of the great cities of the world, such as London, Paris, Dublin, Jerusalem, Athens, Rome, Santa Fe, and Quebec City.
The History Major
CONTACT INFORMATION
Department of History and American Studies
Roger Williams University
1 Old Ferry Rd.
Bristol, RI 02809
Prof. Richard Potter, Chair
401-254-3171
Feinstein College of Arts and Sciences
Dean Robert Cole
Ms. Joan Romano, Asst. to the Dean
401-254-3660
401-253-1040
The American Studies Major
The American Studies major involves the interdisciplinary study of American culture and leads to a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies. Students focus on the regional and sub-cultural diversity of the United States, while at the same time exploring the shared history and values of the nation.
Department Spotlight
Works in Progress Series: On November 16 Kevin Doyle, a 6th year graduate student at Brandeis will talk about the celebration and memory of the 5th of November (Guy Fawkes Day) in early America. Join us in GHH 01 at 4pm!
The History Department won the
second annual
Great Debate on October
15th! The department's selection, Martin Luther King Jr.'s
"I Have a Dream Speech" was voted the Greatest American Speech
by RWU students, faculty, and staff. Thanks for voting!
About Roger Williams University
Roger Williams University is an independent, coeducational liberal arts university that has quickly established itself as a leader in higher education. A dynamic educational environment in which students live and learn to be global citizens, the University is committed to its mantra of learning to bridge the world. With 39 academic programs and a robust array of co-curricular activities available on its waterfront campus in historic Bristol, R.I., RWU looks to a set of core values in fulfilling its mission to prepare students for life as 21st century citizen-scholars. Under the leadership of President Roy J. Nirschel, Ph.D., the institution has achieved unprecedented academic and financial successes. In 2008, U.S. News & World Report named RWU the eighth-ranked baccalaureate college in the north.
