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 |
In-person Wednesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. (B118D); online T-TR 3:00-5:00 p.m. |
667-3262 E-mail: ablack5@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Bret Carroll |
Monday/Wednesday, 2-4 p.m.(B118F, Zoom link via email) |
667-3564 E-mail: BCarroll@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Jennifer Cullison |
Monday 9:30-10:30 a.m. by Zoom; Tuesday 9:30-10:30 a.m. & Thursday 4:00-5:00PM or by appointment Drop-in: Monday and Thursday, 3:30-4:30 p.m. in person (B118C) |
667-3316 E-mail: jcullison@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Philip Garone |
Tuesday/Thursday, 3:30-4:30 p.m. (B118G) Also by appointment |
667-3319 E-mail: PGarone@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Erin Hughes |
Tuesday, 2- 3 p.m. (B132B, Zoom link also available via email) |
667-3301 E-mail: ehughes1@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Paul Strauss |
Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m. (B118B) Also by appointment |
667-3231 E-mail: pstrauss@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Shuo Wang |
Via Zoom only, Tuesday/Thursday, 11:00-12:00 p.m. (or by appointment, link via email) |
664-6633 E-mail: SWang@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Brandon Wolfe-Hunnicutt |
Tuesday/Thursday 12:30-3 p.m. (B118E, or by appointment, link via email) |
667-6627 E-mail: SWang@csustan.edu |
History Part-Time Faculty Contacts
| Professor Name | Office Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jim Cook |
Tuesday/Thursday, 11 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (B118N), in-person or on Zoom |
E-mail: jcook2@csustan.edu |
| Mrs. Shannon Jacobs |
Tuesday/Thursday, 12:15-1:15 p.m. (B118N) or by Zoom |
E-mail: sjacobs1@csustan.edu |
| Mr. Eric Nystrom |
Monday/Wednesday, 2-3 p.m. (B118N, or Zoom link via email) |
E-mail: enystrom@csustan.edu |
| Dr. Alexandra Vicknair |
Available via Skype, Zoom or by appointment via email |
E-mail: avicknair@csustan.edu |
Emeritus Faculty
- Dr. Austin Ahanotu
- Dr. Britten Dean
- Dr. Curtis Grant
- Dr. Samuel Oppenheim
- Dr. John Rasmussen
- Dr. Samuel Regalado
- Dr. Katerine Royer
- Dr. Marjorie Sanchez-Walker
- Dr. J. W. Smurr
- Dr. Nancy Taniguchi
- Dr. Ronald VanderMolen
- Dr. Richard Weikart
Updated: April 14, 2026