LSC-University Park History Department

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The Lone Star College-University Park History Department provides a variety of courses designed to increase student knowledge and understanding of the history of our nation and state.

It offers fully transferable lower-division courses which examine American History from Colonial times to the present. The courses fulfill associate degree requirements. Texas History courses examine the unique history of Texas and can be used to fulfill 3 hours of the 6-hour History requirement for obtaining a bachelor’s degree from a public university in the state of Texas.

Experienced, highly qualified faculty provide instruction in a variety of formats designed to meet the individual needs of students. In addition to small, traditional face-to-face classes, courses are also offered online.

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Upcoming Fall 2022 Master Your Class Events

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Master Your Class - Promotional Event
Tuesday, September 6 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | 12.201 Blue Assembly
Come learn about Master Your Class and all the information sessions that we will have this semester.

Master Your Class - How to Connect with Your Professor
Wednesday, September 7 |11:00 a.m. - Noon | SLRC Teaching Gallery
Are you new to college? Are you unsure how to interact or communicate with your professor? Join Katie Truax, history and humanities faculty, to talk about getting the most out of your relationship with your professors.

Master Your Class - 5 Schoolwork Hacks to Start Strong
Monday, September 12 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | SLRC Teaching Gallery
Do you struggle to get organized? Do you lose documents and files that you need? Join Jamie Stoops, history faculty, to learn about easy ways to set yourself up for success in class.

Master Your Class - Getting Back on Track
Tuesday, September 13 | 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | SLRC Teaching Gallery
Are you worried about your classes? Do you feel stressed out? Join Carli Hopf, ESOL faculty, to discuss how to get on top of your classes and reach your goals in college.

Master Your Class - Reading Primary Sources
Monday, September 19 | Noon - 1:00 p.m. | SLRC Teaching Gallery
Join Katie Truax, history and humanities faculty, to discuss techniques for reading primary sources. You are welcome to bring your class document to the session for us to look at.

Master Your Class - Writing Actively, Writing Better
Tuesday, September 20 | 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. | SLRC Teaching Gallery
What is the difference between active and passive voice? Why does it matter and how can it make your writing better? Join Kevin Tucker, history faculty, to learn about this often overlooked writing skill.

Master Your Class - Reading Secondary Sources
Thursday, September 29 | Noon - 1:00 p.m. | SLRC Teaching Gallery
Join Katie Truax, history and humanities faculty, to discuss techniques for reading secondary sources. You are welcome to bring your class document to the session for us to look at.

Master Your Class - Promotional Event
Monday, October 3 | 11 a.m. - Noon | SLRC Teaching Gallery
Come learn about Master Your Class and all the information sessions that we will have this semester.

Master Your Class - Using Quotes and Paraphrases
Tuesday, October 4 | 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. | SLRC Teaching Gallery
Join Kevin Tucker, history faculty, to learn when and how to use quotes and paraphrases in your writing.

Master Your Class - Panic Button: Help for Class Struggles
Monday, October 10 | Noon - 1:00 p.m. | SLRC Teaching Gallery
If you feel panicked or even just a little worried about your classes, hit the Panic Button! Join us for a solutions-focused problem-solving session.

Master Your Class - How to Get the Most Out of College
Tuesday, October 11 | 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | SLRC Teaching Gallery
Are you new to college? Would you like to learn about everything the college experience has to offer? Join Chelsea Davis-Bibb, English faculty, to discuss academics, clubs, relationships, and everything in between.

Master Your Class - Panic Button: Help for Class Struggles
Monday, October 24 | Noon - 1:00 p.m. | SLRC Teaching Gallery
If you feel panicked or even just a little worried about your classes, hit the Panic Button! Join us for a solutions-focused problem-solving session.

Spring 2022 Master Your Class Recordings

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Master Your Class - Using Chicago Style
Wednesday, March 30
Librarian Elaine Patton and Professor Katie Truax host an informational session on how to use Chicago Style citations.

Master Your Class - What are the Humanities and Why Should You Care?
Wednesday, March 9
Professors Amy Young and Katie Truax host an in-depth discussion about the Humanities.

LSC-University Park History Department

Upcoming Fall 2022 Master Your Class Events

Spring 2022 Master Your Class Recordings

Spring 2022 Community Lecture Series

Fall 2021 History Moments Calendar

Spring 2021 History Event Recordings

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