Stanford University Department of History

Stanford University Department of History, located in Lane History Corner (Building 200) on the main Stanford campus, is a department within the esteemed Stanford University. With a small team of 5 employees, the department focuses on providing high-quality history education to both undergraduate and graduate students. The department offers a wide range of courses covering diverse historical periods and geographical areas, enabling students to develop a deep understanding of the past. These courses prepare students for a variety of careers and equip them with the critical thinking and analytical skills necessary for informed citizenship in an increasingly interconnected world. The Department of History boasts a faculty renowned for its scholarship. Faculty members are actively involved in research, publishing numerous books and articles, and contributing to the wider historical discourse through public lectures, media appearances, and op-eds. Their expertise spans various historical fields, methodologies, and geographical regions, ensuring a rich and multifaceted learning experience for students. To learn more about the department, its programs, faculty, or to schedule a visit, please stop by the main office in Lane History Corner (Building 200) on the Stanford campus. Information about the building's history and oral history interviews with faculty members are also available.