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Dr. Peter Hoffer of UGA History speaking at the School of Public and Interntional Affairs Declaration Day Jan. 23, 2026.

Declaration Day at SPIA included notable historians

On Friday January 23, 2026, SPIA hosted Declaration Day, a celebration the 250th anniversary of the creation and signing

Alumni Morgan Geiser

Alumni Spotlight: Double Dawg Morgan Geiser Inspires Students Through History

Morgan Geiser, a double dawg from the UGA Department of History, is inspiring the next generation of historians. 

Priya Storey pictured on the bridge above Sanford Stadium, UGA

Student Spotlight: Priya Storey

A fourth-year History and English major, Priya Storey is applying for the final year of the Double Dawg program in graduate school to complete her master’s degree in history next year.

Matthew Delmont

The Inaugural Morrow Lecture: January 20, 2026

The History Department is delighted to announce a new endowed lecture series in African American History and War & Society. The Morrow Lecture will be given annually on a rotating basis by distinguished scholars of African American History or the History of War and Society.

Joseph Kellner outside his office with his electronic message board

Dr. Joseph Kenner's new book and research