Faculty members in the Department of History specialize in a broad range of global regions, including the U.S., Europe, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East. Our professors are not only dedicated to exceptional teaching but are also highly active in the historical profession. They contribute to the field by publishing scholarly books and articles, presenting research at national and international academic conferences, consulting on historical documentary films and engaging in various other scholarly activities. As an undergraduate or graduate student in our History Department, you will receive personalized attention and mentorship from these dedicated history scholars and educators, ensuring a rich and immersive learning experience.
History Faculty Contacts
| Faculty Name | Office Hours | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ashley Black |
By appointment. |
667-3262 E-mail: ablack5@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Bret Carroll |
Mondays, 2-4 p.m. | Monday Zoom Office Hours |
667-3564 E-mail: BCarroll@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Jennifer Cullison |
To be announced. |
667-3316 E-mail: jcullison@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Philip Garone |
Tuesday/Thursday, 3:30-4:30 p.m. (B118G) Zoom link also available via email. |
667-3319 E-mail: PGarone@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Erin Hughes |
On sabbatical |
667-3301 E-mail: ehughes1@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Thanasis Kinias |
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m. (B118L) Also by appointment. Coffee Hour at the Student Center, Thursdays, 2-3 p.m. |
Phone: |
| Dr. Paul Strauss |
On sabbatical |
667-3231 E-mail: pstrauss@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Shuo Wang |
To be announced |
664-6633 E-mail: SWang@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Brandon Wolfe-Hunnicutt |
Mondays 4-5 p.m. (B118E, or by appointment, Zoom link via email); Tuesdays/Thursdays 2-4 p.m. Bizzini 118E |
667-6627 E-mail: bwolfehunnicutt@csustan.edu |
History Part-Time Faculty Contacts
| Professor Name | Office Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jim Cook |
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 10-11:00 a.m. (B118K), in-person or on Zoom |
E-mail: jcook2@csustan.edu |
| Mrs. Shannon Jacobs |
Tuesdays/Thursdays, 9:30-11 a.m. (B118N) or by appointment |
E-mail: sjacobs1@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Miguel Novoa Cipriani | To be announced | E-mail: mnovoacipriani@csustan.edu |
| Mr. Eric Nystrom |
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. (B118N, or Zoom link via email) |
E-mail: enystrom@csustan.edu |
Emeritus Faculty
- Dr. Austin Ahanotu
- Dr. Britten Dean
- Dr. Curtis Grant
- Dr. Samuel Oppenheim
- Dr. John Rasmussen
- Dr. Samuel Regalado
- Dr. Katherine Royer
- Dr. Marjorie Sanchez-Walker
- Dr. J. W. Smurr
- Dr. Nancy Taniguchi
- Dr. Ronald VanderMolen
- Dr. Richard Weikart
Updated: August 26, 2026