The Department of History has over 16,000 alumni, all of whom have made their mark on the world in some way. We invite alumni to stay engaged with the Department in a number of ways, including (but not limited to!) serving on the Board of Visitors, mentoring undergraduates in their career exploration, and contributing to our annual newsletter. We welcome all History Badgers back to the den!
Alumni/Career Mentors
The Department of History strives to support our undergraduate students in defining and pursuing their professional goals, and our alumni and friends are our greatest resources in this effort. As a mentor, you can help current majors explore possible careers, build their network, prepare for interviews – and you can provide a valuable perspective on the many ways in which a history degree is valuable in the workplace. If you are interested in serving as a mentor for students, leading mock/informational interviews, or participating in career events, – or if you have internship/job opportunities you would like to share with our students – please contact Career Advisor Christina Matta.
Board of Visitors
The Board of Visitors is a group of History alumni that volunteers its time to perform three critical functions for the Department. First, the Board facilitates career, internship, and other professional opportunities for History majors. Second, the Board provides an external relations and advocacy network for the department, promoting the Department in cities across the country. Finally, the Board supports the Department’s development and fundraising initiatives. Board members serve three-year terms and are united in their efforts to expand our intellectual community, invite alumni to engage with current and future Badger history majors, and generate new excitement for the History Department’s work.
More information about the current Board of Visitors members can be found here.
Stay in Touch
Let us know about your accomplishments and update your contact information by completing the History Alumni Stay in Touch form.
Follow us on Social Media
The Department of History frequently shares news, events, photos, and videos via social media.
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Other Ways to Connect
Do you live in the Madison area?
- Consider joining the Madison History Club! The Madison History Club brings UW–Madison alumni together with people across Madison who are curious about the past and eager to learn and discuss history with others. Through public lectures, book discussions, roundtables, and film screenings, the Madison History Club connects the community with the innovative research and teaching going on in the Department of History. Join our email list here!
- Wisconsin residents over 60 years of age have the opportunity to become a senior guest auditor at UW-Madison. Senior guest auditors are admitted as University Special Students and enroll in courses (free of charge) without earning credits. Learn more here!
Browse the History Department’s annual Department Newsletter.
Check out our Faculty Bookshelf, which features the most recent publications by History Department faculty.