Our students don't just study history and culture, they actively investigate, interpret, and share them. Through hands-on projects embedded in our History and Anthropology courses, students curate museum exhibitions, conduct archaeological fieldwork, develop digital history projects, collect oral histories, and engage in historic preservation and community-based research. Courses such as HIST 402: Public History and ANTH 422: Museum Exhibit Development provide practical experience in cultural resource management, museum curation, historical interpretation, and public engagement. Students also collaborate with faculty on research involving Indigenous communities, cultural heritage, and environmental stewardship, including projects through the Clarence E. Smith Museum of Anthropology. Beyond the classroom, students can contribute to our nationally award-winning student journal, East Bay Historia, and present original research at the annual Wanda Washington Student Conference. These opportunities help students build professional portfolios, develop valuable skills and connections, and apply their knowledge to the communities and issues that matter to them.
