Mission
We are a professional society, whose mission is to promote the study of history through the encouragement of research, good teaching, publication and the exchange of learning and ideas among historians. We seek to bring students, teachers and writers of history together for intellectual and social exchanges, which promote and assist historical research and publication by our members in a variety of ways. (from National Handbook of Phi Alpha Theta )
Requirements for Membership:
An applicant must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or better and a GPA of 3.1 or better
in his or her history classes. In addition, applicants must have completed 12 hours
of history (four classes). These may include survey classes. All majors are welcome.
Ready to Apply?
Pick up an application form from Dr. Hoose (Patterson Hall 218), email him, or download and print one here.
“ TROY's history department did an excellent job of preparing me for life after undergrad. Studying history not only gave me an understanding of the historical context for the world we all live in, it also developed several key skills I use every day in law school. It taught me how to critically analyze evidence. It also taught me to write precisely, objectively, and persuasively. These skills helped me to have a very successful first three semesters at Washington and Lee School of Law. I encourage anyone who wishes to go to law school, or anyone who wants to work in a job that values critical thinking and writing ability, to become a history major at TROY. ”
Manning Russell | History
Questions?
Email Dr. Hoose