Department of History at Yale University

08/03/2026

In a new book, Yale law professor Samuel Moyn argues that a “gerontocracy” holds sway in America, hoarding jobs and political power.

08/03/2026

The Trump White House and its history police want us all to live in their chosen bubble, immune from instability or perceived disorder.

08/03/2026

The award, which is given by the Andrew Carnegie Foundation, honors naturalized citizens of the United States who have made important contributions to American society, democracy, and culture.

08/03/2026

In a new book, Yale historian Mark Peterson warns of a widening disconnect between modern American society and its Constitution.

08/03/2026

The Department of History and the Humanities Program at Yale University seek to jointly appoint a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in the history of medieval Europe with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. The teaching expectation is normally four courses academic year. The focus of...

07/16/2026

This conversation featured President James B. Milliken and Professo...

06/10/2026

https://fas.yale.edu/news-announcements/news/nana-osei-quarshie-wins-2026-cheiron-book-prize

06/10/2026

Joanna Radin, PhD, has been fascinated by Michael Crichton ever since "Jurassic Park." Now she is writing a book about him and his impact on science and

12/11/2025

https://news.yale.edu/2025/12/10/radical-cartography-shaping-new-narratives-through-maps

In his new book, Yale’s William Rankin explores how mapmaking shapes our view of the world — and proposes a set of values that can recognize a more robust story of human experience.