Jan. 28 Transition to Virtual Operations, Campus Closed

Bowie State University will be transitioning to virtual operations for all classes and office operations on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The campus will be closed to all non-essential personnel, and all campus activities are canceled. All buildings except residence halls will be closed. Essential personnel should report on time. This is due to the extended time required to clear the extensive snow and ice accumulation on campus. University crews are making every effort to resume campus operations, as a safe return to in-person learning and work remains our top priority. Only essential personnel and residential students are permitted access to the campus on Jan. 28. For more information, please visit BowieState.edu/weather.

Department of History & Government

Mission & Vision

Mission

To develop individuals from diverse backgrounds into professionals with a critical-ethical perspective through a comprehensive education in history, government, philosophy, and geography that emphasizes academic excellence, professionalism, and innovation in teaching, scholarship, social responsibility, and service.

Vision

The Department of History and Government will be recognized for having both premier career-oriented programs in history and government and for programs that cultivate critical-ethical thinking and intellectual development.