At Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ, our History Department is home to a community of scholars dedicated to teaching, research, and mentorship. Our faculty bring expertise that spans the globe and crosses centuries—from the ancient Mediterranean world to modern Asia, from medieval and modern Europe to the Americas, from African-American and Cherokee history to Appalachian culture and public history. Whether you’re pursuing an undergraduate degree or advancing your studies through our graduate program, our faculty are committed to supporting your academic journey through engaging coursework, hands-on learning, and opportunities such as internships, research collaborations, and community-based projects. Connect with our faculty to learn more about their areas of specialization and how they can help guide your path in the study of history.

Alexander Macaulay

828.227.3497

Alexander Macaulay

Associate Professor and Department Head

Sue Abram

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Sue Abram

Associate Instructor

Robert Clines

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Robert Clines

Associate Professor and Joint Appointment in International Studies

Andrew Denson

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Andrew Denson

Professor

David Dorondo

828.227.3908

David Dorondo

Professor

Nora Doyle

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Nora Doyle

Associate Professor

Robert Ferguson

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Robert Ferguson

Associate Professor

Gael Graham

828.227.3865

Gael Graham

Professor

Julia Haager

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Julia Haager

Assistant Professor

Kyle Harvey

828.227.2199

Kyle Harvey

Associate Professor

Luke Manget

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Luke Manget

Assistant Professor and Social Science Education Program Director

Samuel McGuire

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Samuel McGuire

Associate Instructor

Elizabeth McRae

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Elizabeth McRae

Professor and Graduate Program Director

Tracy Mensah

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Tracy Mensah

Assistant Professor

Jessie Swigger

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Jessie Swigger

Sossoman Associate Professor and Public History Program Director

Vicki Szabo

828.227.3911

Vicki Szabo

Professor

Peter Koch

828-227-3194

Peter Koch

Interim Director of the Mountain Heritage Center

Rebecca Scheidt

828.227.3871

Rebecca Scheidt

Administrative Support Associate

 

Emeriti Faculty

  • William Anderson
  • John L. Bell
  • Tyler Blethen
  • Mary Ella Engel
  • James Lewis
  • Max R. Williams