College of Social Science
By: Karessa Weir Graduating senior Megan Smejkal, who is majoring in history, political science, and economics has been awarded the Department of Political Science at Michigan State University’s Public Service Award, announced Department Chair Dr. Jeff Conroy-Krutz. Megan will graduate with degrees in political science,… Continue Reading PLS Public Service Award goes to senior Megan Smejkal
By: Emily Jodway Yun Zou, a Ph.D. student studying history at Michigan State University, credits her advisor as one of her greatest sources of support while she navigated the world of earning a Ph.D. as a Chinese student. Zou clicked early on with her advisor,… Continue Reading Yun Zou credits History Professor for Success
By: Patti McDonald Dr. Matthew Pauly, an Associate Professor in the History Department at Michigan State University, is a highly experienced researcher of Ukraine, with over 30 years of dedication to the region. Pauly’s first trip to Ukraine was in 1988 when he was a… Continue Reading Associate Professor of History Dr. Matthew Pauly on Research Obstacles Amid the Russo-Ukrainian War
By: Patti McDonald Associate Professor of History Dr. Michelle Moyd joined the Michigan State University History Department in the fall of 2022 as a Red Cedar Distinguished Professor. MSU established the title of Red Cedar Distinguished Professor in fall 2022 and awards it to selected… Continue Reading Associate Professor of History Dr. Michelle Moyd settles into campus life at MSU
By: Emily Jodway When Dr. Alyssa Lopez stepped onto the campus of Michigan State University after earning her undergraduate degree at Queens College in New York, she was struck by the vastness of the campus and its many branches, from the Dairy Store to the… Continue Reading Dr. Alyssa Lopez continues to use valuable lessons learned from MSU History faculty to impact her own research and students at Providence College