History

Bowdoin's own history, combined with our exceptional resources, offers students an exciting atmosphere for the study and application of history. Come explore our heritage and our offerings.

The Common Good from All Angles
From local to global, a range of student efforts were on display recently in Smith Union. The Common Good Symposium is an annual event celebrating student volunteer work across a range of disciplines and programs—all dedicated to helping other people.
Five Professors Appointed to Named Chairs
Five Bowdoin faculty members have been appointed to named chairs at the College in recognition of their achievements as scholars and educators.
Seeking Peace, Student Group Hosts Campus Series on Conflict in Africa
Beginning with a panel discussion about the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the three-part program examines the causes of war and how to prevent them.

Why History? Resources and Opportunities