Introduction
This handbook explains the various degree requirements for graduate programs in History, Ancient Languages and Cultures, and Folklore Studies, as well as departmental expectations, graduate student rights and responsibilities, and mentoring expectations. This handbook also provides important links for students to locate policies and forms required by the School of Graduate Studies (SGS).
Students should direct questions concerning progress toward their degree to the Director of Graduate Studies (DGS) and/or the Graduate Program Coordinator (GPC). Once students have formed their Supervisory Committee, they can direct many questions to their Major Professor (a.k.a. thesis advisor).
Students bear responsibility for familiarizing themselves with university policies and regulations. Because USU guidelines, deadlines, and rules change regularly, the best resources for up-to-date information are the School of Graduate Studies (SGS) catalog and website, especially Academic Forms. SGS also provides an outline of Graduate Student Rights & Responsibilities.
Keep in mind that all university-related emails are sent to your USU email address, including important messages from SGS. Please remember to check your USU email regularly. Both SGS and the History Department will use it as the primary means to communicate with you.
Department Mission for Graduate Studies
The Department’s graduate programs encourage the development of advanced research skills, critical analysis, and writing skills needed for a professional career in teaching, research, public history, and other fields.