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10/29/2026

📚✨ Take a Look Ahead to November!!!

A great lineup of events is coming to SJU! From global peace and free speech to civics education and American history, there’s plenty to explore. 🌎🎓

🤝 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4 | 3:15 PM
PeaceWorks on Campus
📍 President’s Lounge

Join Israeli and Palestinian peacebuilders Nizar Farsakh and Amit Hasak for a conversation on coexistence, diplomacy, and peace.

🇺🇸 MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9 | 1:50 PM
Alumni Panel on Civics Education
📍 President’s Lounge, Campion Student Center

Hear from SJU alumni teaching in K–12 classrooms about civics, social studies, and American history education today.

🎤 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 | 12 PM
The Gaza Lecture Series
📍 Live-streamed, watch in the President’s Lounge

Norman G. Finkelstein presents Gaza, Antisemitism and Free Speech.

🎬 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 | 5 PM
America250 Film Series: The Last of the Mohicans
📍 Forum Theater, Campion

Explore themes of freedom and independence through film! 🍕 Complimentary pizza and drinks provided.

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10/28/2026

Sign up for the CAS Internship COURSE (ANS 491)
and intern at the A͟m͟e͟r͟i͟c͟a͟n͟ ͟S͟t͟r͟e͟e͟t͟ ͟D͟a͟n͟c͟e͟ ͟A͟r͟c͟h͟i͟v͟e͟ or another fabulous organization!

WHAT IS THE COURSE?
The course does not meet. Instead, students must complete 130 hours in a summer or fall internship, write a resume and sample cover letter, keep a journal, and attend one SJU Career Development Center event. Students will receive 3 upper division History, IR, Political Science, or Museum Studies credit. SJU POL & IR

WHY TAKE THE COURSE?
1. SJU students who completed at least one internship before graduation earned, on average, $11,000 dollars more than students who did not complete an internship.
2. An internship is an excellent resume builder and something to discuss in job interviews.
3. Students who carry out internships have a higher chance of getting jobs.
4. Meets your experiential learning requirement.

SAMPLE INTERNSHIPS:
***Check out the attached flyer. The American Street Dance Archive is currently seeking new interns. SJU History majors have interned here in the past. Rhasda

10/26/2026

📚✨ A BUSY WEEK OF HISTORY, DISCOVERY & DISCUSSION AT SJU!

From a century of campus history to the origins of Saint Joseph’s and the evolving politics of the Middle East, we have three exciting events happening this week! ❤️🦅

🔴 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27 | 5–6 PM

📖 A Century on the Record: The Hawk as Archival History

📍 Post Learning Commons | 2nd Floor

Take a journey through 100 years of SJU history! Join us for an exhibit opening and reception celebrating The Hawk and its role in documenting a century of campus life, milestones, and memories.

🔴 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29 | 3:30 PM

🏛️ St. Joseph’s Origins: Perspectives on the Beginnings of “The College” and “The Prep”

📍 Doyle South | Hawk Hill Campus

Join SJU historians Dr. Randal Miller and Dr. Katie Oxx, along with Leo Vaccaro of Saint Joseph’s Prep, for a fascinating panel discussion exploring the origins and lasting influence of these two academic communities. Also available as a webinar!

🔴 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 | 11:15 AM–12:05 PM

🌎 The New Old Middle East: Wars of Sound and Fury

📍 Mandeville 107

We welcome distinguished SJU alumnus and Texas A&M Professor Emeritus Dr. F. Gregory Gause III (POL ’80) for an insightful discussion on Middle East politics and international affairs.

✨ Three events. One incredible week of learning, reflection, and conversation!

Mark your calendars and join us as we explore the past, examine the present, and celebrate the power of history!

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10/21/2026

📚✨ Make History This Spring!

Explore the past, understand the present, and prepare for your future with the Saint Joseph’s University History Department!

Our Spring 2027 course offerings have something for everyone! 🌎🏛️ From U.S. history and Latin American migration to ancient civilizations, European reformations, career preparation, and the history of SJU itself!

🌟NEW COURSE ALERT! HIS 370 – Gender & Politics in the Middle East!

❤️🩶SPRING SEMINAR! HIS 471 - History of SJU

Whether you’re a History major, minor, or simply looking to explore something new, there’s a course for you!

📖 Swipe through our Spring 2027 offerings and start planning your schedule!

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10/21/2026

🎬 From Homer’s Odyssey to the Silent Screen!

Join SJU History Dr. Konstantinos Nikoloutsos at Union College as he delivers the 2026 Harry Guttman Memorial Lecture, exploring the transformation of a Homeric character on the silent screen!

📅 Thursday, November 5 | 5:30 PM
📍 Karp Hall 105+, Union College

Union College

10/20/2026

🇺🇸 SJU History Department’s Dr. Zeman represented the PA Department of Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War at the rededication of the grave of Sergeant Daniel Reigle in Littlestown, PA.

🎖️Sgt. Reigle was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his actions at the Battle of Cedar Creek on October 19, 1864. The rededication marked the work done by members of the Sons of Union Veterans to restore his grave marker which was in disrepair.

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10/20/2026

🏛️🇺🇸 Spend a Week Inside Washington, D.C.!

Interested in politics, public policy, or exploring future career opportunities? Join The Washington Center’s Inside Washington Seminar, January 5–13, 2027!

✨ Build your professional network
✨ Explore Washington, D.C.
✨ Get an insider’s look at politics, policy, and career opportunities

📅 Applications Due: October 29, 2026!

💰 Scholarship funding may be available for Pennsylvania residents! Separate applications are required for the seminar and SJU funding.

📲 Scan the QR codes on the flyer to apply! Link is in our bio 🔗

Questions? Contact Drs. Baglione or Sibley.

10/20/2026

🌳 THIS THURSDAY: Embark on a guided tour with Head Gardener, Katie Jacoby, to learn about the wonderful legacy trees here!

♻️ This is a part of Campus Sustainability Month. See you there!

Where: 50 Lapsley Lane (The building to the left of the Maguire Museum, next to the Barnes Arboretum)
When: Thursday, October 22nd, 11 AM

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10/14/2026

🏛️💈GREAT SPRING INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Sign up for a Spring Internship at the Marvin Samson Museum for Pharmacy History on SJU’s UC campus. Learn more about the museum here:
https://www.sju.edu/pharmacymuseum

Interested? Follow these easy steps!

Steps:
1. Apply for the job on Handshake (Job #11290954)
2. Register for ANS 490 CAS Internship
3. Work 130 hours over the course of the fall semester at the Pharmacy Museum where you will learn the ins and outs of museum work and get 3 credits for an upper division course that counts for History, Political Science, Museum Studies, and International Relations

Why?
Gain valuable working experience that looks great on a resume or graduate school application. Meet your major’s 3-credit experiential learning requirement. Meet new and interesting people. Make your loved ones proud.

10/13/2026

📢 Happening Tomorrow!

Join us Wednesday, October 14, at 5:30 PM (ET) for “Deconstructing Media Narratives on Palestine” featuring Middle East historian, author, and analyst Dr. Assal Rad.

Dr. Rad will discuss media narratives surrounding Palestine and her new book, Don’t Say Palestine: How the Media Manufactured Consent for Genocide.

💻 Online | FREE with RSVP!

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register! Link to register is in our bio 🔗

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Address

5600 City Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19131

Telephone

+16105601740

Website

https://www.sju.edu/departments/history

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