The University of Maine's History Department in Orono, Maine, United States, offers students a comprehensive journey through the past, fostering a deep understanding of diverse historical periods, global regions, and thematic areas. The department provides programs from the undergraduate Bachelor of Arts to graduate Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy degrees, supported by faculty who are active scholars with expertise across numerous fields, including the Atlantic World, environmental history, and modern Europe. Students develop essential skills in critical thinking, research, and communication, preparing them for a wide array of career paths in education, public service, business, and law, as well as for engaged participation in society. Established in 1865, the department has a long tradition of academic excellence and adapting to new historical perspectives.
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The University of Maine (UMaine) is a public land-grant research university in Orono, Maine. It was established in 1865 as the land-grant college of Maine and is the flagship university of the University of Maine System. UMaine is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities Very high research activity". With an enrollment of approximately 11,500 students, UMaine is the state's largest college or university.
