PREPARED TO BE A GLOBAL CITIZEN
Societies are diverse. We aim to prepare students for advanced degrees or careers in a variety of professions, including history, law, government, business, journalism, and education. By exploring institutions, ideas, and values of human societies, you will learn essential skills in research, writing, and analysis.
History and International Studies faculty offer outstanding support to our students’ professional preparation.
HIGHLY VERSATILE DEGREES
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Highly Versatile Degrees
Majors, Minors, and Certificates
Our graduates possess strong research and writing skills, are problem solvers, and have well-developed higher-level thinking ability. You will be prepared for advanced studies and exciting careers in your Pointer journey!
In the News
- UWSP students support Heritage Park redevelopment plan
- UW-Stevens Point history student aims to be a resource for the next generation
- 2024 University Service Award presented to Valerie Barske, History and International Studies
- UW-Stevens Point ranks among the best public universities in the Midwest
MEET CURRENT MAJORS
Meet Your History and International Studies Faculty!
Faculty members in the Department of History and International Studies cover world history and bring a broad range of specializations to course offerings. Among the more unusual courses are those in U.S. and global environmental history, war and propaganda in the 20th century, the history of science, the history of medicine, public history, the history of Latin America and the Caribbean, East Asian history, and Southeast Asian history. Our faculty offices are located in the Collins Classroom Center.
Brett Barker
- Professor of History
- Chair, Department of History and International Studies
Neil Prendergast
- Professor
- Coordinator, Environmental Studies Minor
Valerie Barske
- Professor
- Coordinator, International Studies and Peace Studies