Department of History

What is hIstory?

The study of history is made up of far more than simply memorizing names and dates. The study of history is about interpreting our past, understanding how and why things came to be, and how those events shape our present and future. 

What can you do with a degree in history?

A degree in history teaches valuable skills that extend well beyond the classroom. These skills include critical thinking, research, communication, problem-solving, and evaluating evidence. In addition to a career in education, these skills translate well to almost all career paths, including law, politics, project management, and communications.

What can history at Collin offer you? 

The history department at Collin offers a wide variety of courses taught by experienced professors, many of whom have published books and articles by some of the nation's top publishers and journals. Our faculty includes scholars of labor history, the history of Texas, women's history, the history of food, and many others. 

History Department Events

The history department also helps host numerous events and clubs. The History Forum meets monthly, where students and faculty discuss historical topics and ideas. The Working-Class Studies Conference is an annual conference that features regional and nationally acclaimed researchers focused on working-class history. The Cotton & Rural History Conference, which has been around for more than 20 years, is organized in conjunction with the Audie Murphy American Cotton Museum and features prominent scholars of agricultural and rural history.