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Study History

Our global and multidisciplinary focus makes Illinois State's History programs ideal for those interested in any number of future careers.

The unexamined subject is not worth studying.

- Socrates

History is the memory of a nation. Just as memory enables the individual to learn, to choose goals and stick to them, to avoid making the same mistake twice-in short, to grow-so history is the means by which a nation establishes its sense of identity and purpose.

- John F. Kennedy

Of all our studies history is the best qualified to reward our research.

- Malcom X

A historian is a prophet in reverse.

- Friedrich von Schlegel

History never looks like history when you are living through it. It always looks confusing and messy, and it always feels uncomfortable.

- John Gardner

The memories of men are too frail a thread to hang history from.

- John Still

News

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Political strategies of suffragettes highlighted during Constitution Day CelebrationAssociate Professor of History Kyle Ciani has a simple message for future activists. “We’re in it for the long haul. Nothing’s going to happen overnight,” Ciani said. “This is about being committed to an issue and following through on that issue.” Ciani offered this message to an audience of [...]
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Explore Pressing Plants through special eventsMilner Library, in collaboration with campus and community partners, will hold a variety of events in conjunction with the Pressing Plants exhibit.
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When the abhorrent becomes normal: Examining shifting beliefs and values through cultural historyEvents from the past can spark amusement, wonder, or horror when seen through the lens of the present day. Often the past can prompt the question, “How could they have thought that?”

Events

Oct1
Panel Discussion: Confluence of Botanical Interests10/1/19 at 5:00 PMMilner Library
2017-06-23T13:50:33.888-05:00 2017