By studying the past, the discipline of history attempts to determine what lies behind the decisions and choices that have shaped all the cultures of the world.

The History experience Butler is one that provides a diverse perspective on the world and allows students necessary hands-on practice in the field.

The History major at Butler is relatively unstructured, allowing students to explore different disciplines in order to promote their understanding of the human experience. Students can study a broad range of regions including European, East Asian, Latin American, US, World History, as well as theories and methods of historians.

History at Butler is also distinctive because of its close relationship with the discipline of anthropology. Housed in a combined department, both historians and anthropologists explore common themes through such topics as Vietnam, Revolutions, or the Holocaust. Students in both disciplines learn ?about the other's methodologies, and now have the choice of a combined major in History and Anthropology, in addition to an Anthropology major or History major.

History at Butler works closely with other fields of study. Students in history are encouraged to explore classes, or even pursue double majors, in Political Science, International Studies, Classics, English, Religious Studies, and beyond to broaden their understanding of the human condition.