History & Social Sciences
A laboratory of human experience.
The History and Social Sciences Department offers a relevant, diverse, and challenging curriculum. When we study history, we are better able to grasp the forces that affect our own lives and better able to understand how the world really works. In doing so, our students gain a richer understanding of the stories and perspectives that have shaped, and continue to shape, our world.
Sample Courses
- Honors Global & Sustainable Development
- America in the Gilded Age and Progressive Era
- BIPOC Leaders and Changemakers in U.S. History
- Islam in the Modern World
- Advanced Anthropology
- History of Race and Gender in Sports
Honors Global & Sustainable Development
America in the Gilded Age and Progressive Era
BIPOC Leaders and Changemakers in U.S. History
Islam in the Modern World
Advanced Anthropology
History of Race and Gender in Sports
In addition to a full spectrum of traditional histories, students at Pomfret can also explore fields such as anthropology, psychology, and political science; in-depth studies of Indian, African, and US history; and contemporary courses that focus on current events and important global issues. Members of the faculty pride themselves on building students critical thinking, research, and writing skills; and creating courses that fuse their historical passions with student interest.
History & Social Sciences Requirement
Two years of history: Modern World History (Adv. World History, Humanities I: Global Studies, and Modern World History meet the requirement). United States History (Humanities II: American Studies, Honors American Studies, and Adv. US History meet the requirement),
Plus the equivalent of a full year of history in the junior or senior year.