Department Archives: History

The program awarded a total of $500,000 to 21 new projects. Two of the projects are led by humanities researchers.

Beiler discusses the PRINT project, which aims to create a portal featuring 2,700 letters related to religion.

Associate professor of history at UCF Tiffany Earley-Spadoni and a team of researchers made the new discoveries during field work at the Bronze Age site of Kurd Qaburstan.

Even in the early days of the civil rights movement. Activists used powerful images to raise awareness of racial injustice.

UCF history professor Jim Clark provides his thoughts on the closure of a Magic Kingdom attraction for refurbishment to refresh its lineup of presidential figures.

UCF historian John Sacher offers historical context for political events.

As Krampus gains popularity, discover the history behind the folkloric figure and other dark legends connected to the holiday season.

Tiffany Earley-Spadoni, Associate Professor of History, has been awarded the American Society of Overseas Research Membership Service Award.

UCF History Professor John Sacher… ✨ discusses the possibility of a president not being determined by November 6th. Watch the complete interview here. ✨ explains how the Electoral College actually works. Read the complete article here.

The History Department at UCF delves into fascinating aspects of Florida’s past.