History & Political Science Alumni

Our alumni work in a variety of jobs with their history & political science degree. Some examples include:

Assistant County Attorney, Johnson County
Safety and Compliance Counsel, USA Gymnastics
High School History Teacher/Head Football Coach, Frankfort, IN
Assistant Vice President, University Advancement/Director of Planned Giving
Documentary Editor, Papers of Thomas Jefferson
Historical Artifact curator, Indiana State Museum
Professor and Department Chairperson
Visitor Experience Manager, Historical Societies and Art Museums
Outreach Coordinator and Researcher, Indiana Historical Bureau
Middle school social studies teacher and Head high school lacrosse coach
Clinical Database Designer

Alumni Testimonials

Annettia Rodriquez '24

"The UIndy History Department has played a vital role in shaping my love for history, research, and analysis. Their dedication to nurturing a new generation of historians ensures that the passion for historical research does not end at commencement but equips students with the skill sets needed to be effective and active participants in the historical realm. The faculty’s guidance extends beyond simply ensuring I obtain a degree; it has helped me discover my place in the historical world and ensure that my role in preserving the voices of those who are silenced will be a successful endeavor. Their commitment to nurturing curiosity, research, and critical thinking has been crucial in my role as a historian and as a person. I am deeply grateful for the lasting impact the department has had on my academic and personal growth."

Kathryn Powell '21

"UIndy helped prepare me for professional school to where I can hold my own and succeed alongside Ivy League and Stanford graduates."

Kenzie Deppe '22

"I always felt listened to and respected. I never feared asking a question or voicing the ideas I had, and I always knew there was someone I could go to. When I left the department, I had this backing of knowing how to advocate for myself and my own education, which I've found to be a vital skill."

Rebekah Cunningham '13

"Being a History major at UIndy, I learned skills that have been instrumental in my success as a law student. The professors are phenomenal at teaching various methods to analyze problems, argument development, and how to read with purpose. All of these skills are valuable and highly transferable to any profession."

Did You Know?

85% of surveyed alumni agree or strongly agree that the skills they learned in their degree help them in their current job.
89% reported that they were happy that they earned their degree from our department.
83% said the major greatly helped with their intellectual growth.
77% said their critical thinking, writing and speaking, and creativity were improved by majoring in the department.

Faculty Story

James Fuller

Ph.D., Professor of History

I teach to empower students as individuals. Studying the past and seeing how people made choices in the context of their time and place allows us to think about ourselves as historical actors and, perhaps, make better choices in our own context. Learning to think historically and analytically and to write and communicate ideas helps students develop their skills and prepare themselves for their future career and for citizenship.