History
Get Your History Degree From a Christian University
Prepare for a successful career while earning your bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, associate, or minor from Liberty University’s Department of History. With our history, social sciences, and military studies degree programs, your knowledge of these fields will be enriched as you explore exciting career options.
Courses are taught from a Christian worldview by experienced professors who share your passion for history and are grounded in their faith. Interested in a career in politics, education, or communications? A degree from our Department of History will get you ready for these career opportunities and more.
History Featured Areas of Study
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- Earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree with our History dual degrees
- Enhance your degree with a History minor
- View certificate programs offered by the History department
- For advising, contact history@liberty.edu
Featured History Faculty
Student Opportunities
Public History Projects
- Chaplains Museum
Open Monday through Friday 12:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. on the terrace level of the JF Library. Summer hours vary.
- New London Projects
The New London projects give students hands-on opportunities in archaeology, historical architecture, historical interpretation, and much more.
- Annual Civil War Seminar
Strongly connected to research and scholarship, the Civil War Seminar features LU faculty and students, from all levels and campuses, presenting research on Civil War era topics. Free and open to the public.
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I’m Adaline and this summer I worked at Avoca Museum & Historical Society as an exhibit development intern! I started the summer with a project highlighting Avoca’s smokehouse and milkhouse, developing brand new exhibits for the outbuildings that will be opened in the next few months. I completed research and interpretive writing projects, worked with a designer, and acquired artifacts to create a realistic image of the buildings’ functions. I also redesigned the museum’s Campbell Gallery to feature a comprehensive military history of the families who have owned the property from the American Revolution through WWII. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to engage with local history in a museum setting this summer, and I look forward to seeing how Avoca grows and develops in the future!
If you’re interested in exploring the history of the Altavista area and Campbell County, make sure to visit Avoca Museum & Historical Society, just 20 minutes from Liberty’s campus!
@avocamuseum
Sep 13
Today marks the anniversary of a day that forever changed our nation. On the morning of September 11, nearly 3,000 innocent lives were lost in an act of terror that shook America to its core. Families were broken, communities grieved, and the world watched as terror unfolded.
Amid the ashes of tragedy, we also witnessed extraordinary courage. First responders ran toward danger with selfless resolve. Strangers became neighbors, carrying one another through grief. A spirit of unity arose that reminded us of the strength of a people bound by faith, hope, and determination.
We honor those heroes and grieve with their families today. May we never forget their resolve and courage in a time of great fear and uncertainty.
Sep 11
Take your study of history abroad! With LU Send, you can earn academic credit toward your degree while exploring the world! Studying abroad isn’t just about classes; it’s a chance to experience history firsthand, immerse yourself in new cultures, and develop professional skills. LU Send offers study abroad and internship opportunities through signature and custom programs in more than 140 cities across 60 countries worldwide. Discover different ways of life, broaden your global perspective, and make connections that last a lifetime!
To learn more about travel opportunities, LU Send & their partner organizations will be in Demoss Sept.10-11 to answer all your questions! Come find the program that is right for you!
@lu.send
Sep 8
On November 11, 1926, the City of Lynchburg unveiled Charles Keck’s “The Doughboy” as the newest installment for Monument Terrace. The terraced walkway was first constructed in 1883 to commemorate five firemen who lost their lives in a fire that ravaged the city of Lynchburg. Since its inception, the City of Lynchburg has added several additional memorials to Monument Terrace. These include memorial walls for World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, which display the names of Lynchburg soldiers who lost their lives in those conflicts, and a plaque commemorating Lynchburg’s role in the Spanish-American War. Also included in the World War II memorial is an informational plaque dedicated to PFC Desmond T. Doss, a Lynchburg resident who saved dozens of lives as a combat medic during the war. Further up the staircase are monuments dedicated to all American soldiers who were Prisoners of War or declared Missing in Action, as well as recipients of America’s oldest military award: the Purple Heart. The terrace is a beautiful homage to the brave soldiers who have given their lives in defense of our freedom. Monument Terrace is a central feature of downtown Lynchburg and remains an ideal location to interact with and enjoy the history of this city.
#libertyuniversity #makeluhistory #History #makehistorylu
Sources:
https://www.lynchburgvirginia.org/listings/monument-terrace/
https://lynchburgmuseum.org/monument-terrace
Sep 3
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