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History and Philosophy

The Department of History and Philosophy provides students the foundation for better understanding the world in which we live. In both areas, students develop critical thinking and analysis skills, collaborate with faculty, and produce scholarship that contributes to their field of study.

Department of History and Philosophy

The UWF Department of History and Philosophy offers both major and minor programs in History and Philosophy, and a graduate degree in History. The graduate degree includes three interdisciplinary tracks: traditional history, coastal and maritime history, and public history, as well as a graduate certificate in Historic Preservation. These programs challenge students to contemplate the world around them and to think critically about the questions central to the human experience. This includes the exploration of our own and others’ cultural identity; the origins of modern institutions, traditions, and thought; and the worldview of past and present cultures across the globe. 

Students of history and philosophy gain a wider understanding of humankind that helps them make decisions about their present and future by considering the different perspectives of past actors. More technically, students in history and philosophy gain the tools necessary to communicate effectively, whether oral or written, as well as training in thinking critically, researching, and challenging accepted ideas with evidence.

Digital Humanities Lab

The lab is open to UWF scholars and staff.

The UWF Digital Humanities Lab is an individual and small-group workspace equipped with tools and technologies for scholars working in the digital age.

Lab Hours

  • The Lab's anticipated reopening is currently scheduled for Fall 2026! The Department is working to expand the technology and digital services available for student use. Stay tuned for more information!

Visit uwf.edu/DHLab for more information on lab resources and procedures.

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Students may pursue a minor, major or graduate degree in history studies. Learn more about history studies. 

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Students may pursue a minor or major in Philosophy. Learn more about studies in Philosophy.

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Tag Team Travel: UWF Honors and Dept. of History and Philosophy Visit Argentina and Chile!

UWF Students participate in a traditional tango dance lesson while studying abroad.
UWF Students participate in a traditional tango dance lesson while studying abroad.
This summer, ten Keugalman Honors and History students experienced Latin America through UWF Study Abroad! Joined by Dr. Erin Stone, Chairperson and Professor of Latin American History, students spent fourteen days in Argentina and Chile. Here, they witnessed the evolution of culture - from the earliest relics of the Mapuche to the realities of the present day.
"It’s no exaggeration to say that this trip changed my life. It changed how I view Argentina and Chile, of course, but it also changed my view of the United States. Argentina and Chile were a cultural and architectural mixture of Europe, the United States, and Latin America, and I was fascinated to learn about a culture so different yet so similar to my own, " recounted Ayla B. 
From Tango dance lessons to the 17th-century fortresses, this trip provided an action-packed itinerary filled with education and adventure. The Department of History and Philosophy is extremely grateful to host such amazing opportunities. Interested in Study Abroad? Contact studyabroad@uwf.edu for more information!