Missouri S&T History and Political Science Department

09/04/2026

Employers value employees with "human skills" like leadership, judgment, and collaboration - all skills you learn with a history degree from Missouri S&T!

Management consulting firm EY said it will reward employees who demonstrate human skills, such as business acumen and judgment.

09/03/2026

What our students are saying: "I really like the undergraduate certificates that help you specialize, even within the degree." Ask your advisor about adding a certificate to any degree and demonstrate your skills.

09/02/2026

Visit the Kansas City National Security Campus recruiters outside Toomey Hall today.

09/01/2026

Mark your calendars for our Welcome BBQ - Monday, September 14.

08/28/2026

The weekend is almost here. It's the perfect time to relax, listen, and learn something new. Check out Dr. Sheppard on women's work in archaeology:

Historian Kathleen Sheppard reveals how diaries, letters, and social networks shed new light on Egyptology’s most famous discoveries.

08/27/2026

New publication alert: Learn about the Grand Mosque of Paris on its 100th anniversary.

The Grand Mosque of Paris has stood for a century as a memorial to Muslim soldiers and a nuanced symbol of French colonialism.

08/26/2026

Campus Fun Fact: Dr. Gragg's book, Forged in Gold, is featured in the new Gary Havener statue near the Rolla Building.

08/25/2026

When colleagues show up to work in coordinating outfits, you have to take a picture!

08/24/2026

Welcome back, Miners! We are so happy to have you on campus. Where is your favorite study spot? We love the rooftop tables at the Innovation Lab.

08/21/2026

Every August, the department holds a retreat to celebrate the previous year and to plan for the year ahead. Today we celebrated some milestones and recognized outstanding work. Dr. McManus is celebrating 25 years at S&T and Dr. Sheppard is celebrating 15 years. We also presented Dr. Bruening with the Constance Brown Faculty Excellence Award for his research, teaching, and service in 2025 and Dr. Sheppard earned the Faculty Service Award. A big thanks to our retired faculty members for serving on the selection committee.