Department Archives: History

Adjunct History professor Rabbi Sanford Olshansky, who teaches Judaic studies, shares the traditions of Rosh Hashanah — the first of the Jewish High Holy Days spanning 10 days — and Yom Kippur, which marks the end of the observance.

UCF history lecturer David Head weighs in on threats and assassination attempts against political figures below.

Department of History Professor Barbara Gannon discusses the unexpected intersection of natural and Civil War history on the Civil War Memory podcast.

Arrrrr, matey! In honor of Talk Like a Pirate Day on September 19, UCF history lecturer David Head explains today’s fascination with the sea-faring rogues, why they were so active around the Caribbean, and how they sometimes came by such impressive wardrobes.

UCF history professor Amy Foster explores NASA’s strategies for space exploration and menstrual cycles in space.

Professor of History John Sacher shares insight on the process by which the United States elects its president and vice president, and if it needs to be reconsidered.

UCF history professor James Clark weighs in on Gatorland’s significance as a cultural and historical landmark in Florida and its evolution below.

UCF historian David Head investigates if pirate Jean Lafitte buried treasure at Lake Charles.

The UCF College of Arts and Humanities welcomes new faculty members joining our college in fall 2024.

The UCF College of Arts and Humanities announces the appointment of  Dr. Brian Craig Miller as professor and chair of the Department of History, effective August 8, 2024. Miller brings years of experience and a passion for teaching, research and service to the role.