I chose to study history at PLU because of the community feeling and support that PLU provides academically. Unknowingly, my first history class was with the chair of the department, Gina Hames and being able to form that connection early on has been essential to my success. Also, the staff are extremely dedicated to making sure you succeed, your academic excellence is their top priority!

— Fulton B. ‘24

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Interested in learning history where it actually happened? PLU history students regularly study away for a semester, year or January term in places like England, Namibia, Trinidad & Tobago, Scotland, Australia, Greece, and more.

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PLU is ranked the #3 best college for History in Washington. -Niche

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History is a popular major for transfer students; we accept most accredited classes and the major can be completed in two years.

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History students have an opportunity to participate in paid student-faculty research projects each Summer in Holocaust & Genocide Studies, Business & Economic History, and related projects.

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As a history student, you can join PLU’s chapter of Phi Alpha Theta, America’s oldest honor society for students and professors of history.