Department of History and Philosophy

Overview

Algoma University History Society

The History Society is one of the most active clubs at Algoma University, contributing in a significant way to the University's intellectual, social, and cultural diversity.  By adding to the educational and social values of the University, we provide an excellent opportunity for new and returning students to become involved with the extra-curricular activities of the school and meet fellow students with similar academic interests.  Developing relations with other students in your selected concentration can prove to be a valuable asset during the course of your academic career. Whether these relations take the form of study groups, peer editing or fundraising efforts for educational group trips, having such contacts can be a great assistance in the pursuit of your academic goals.

The History Society includes alternating annual trips to Chicago and Montreal.  Fundraising is achieved by our efforts, along with the assistance of the Algoma University Student’s Union, to gather the Algoma University Community together in the form of theme pubs, bowling nights, ball-hockey tournaments, and historical film nights.  Trip activities have and will continue to include scenic walks along Chicago’s Magnificent Mile to visit some of the most engaging historical attractions.  These include a number of remarkable architectural monuments such as The Wrigley Building, The Tribune Tower and Montreal’s Notre-Dame Basilica. We have also visited Chicago’s Field Museum of Natural History, the Art Institute of Chicago, the Sears Tower as well as Montreal’s Château Ramezay Museum, The McCord Museum, the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, the historical district of Old Montreal, and even attended some of the most intense N.H.L battles of the Chicago Blackhawks, and Montreal Canadiens.

In collaboration with the Department of History and Philosophy, the History Society has also welcomed guest lecturers to Algoma University, most recently Dr. Jim Miller, Canada Research Chair and Professor of History, University of Saskatchewan and former President of The Canadian Historical Association. 

If any of these aspects of the History Society interest you, we encourage you to attend one of our meetings and contribute to what we confidently deem a promising, fun-filled and productive year and we look forward to hearing from you.

Upcoming announcements in regards to meetings, fundraising events, and trip details will be e.mailed to members.