Dr. David Thomas Murphy

Professor of History
B. S. Southern Illinois University - Carbondale, 1982
M. A. University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign, 1986
Ph.D. University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign, 1992

Syllabi of current courses (Spring 2009):

Office Hours

List of office hours.

8 - 12, MWF, and by appointment

765 641 4445

dtm@anderson.edu

Bio/Vitae

David Thomas Murphy joined the faculty of Anderson University in 1992.  He teaches courses in Western Civilization, Modern German history, the history of modern Europe and the history of the Holocaust and comparative genocides.  His publications include The Heroic Earth: Geopolitical Thought in Weimar Germany, 1918 - 1933 (Kent State University Press, 1997), German Exploration of the Polar World: A History (University of Nebraska Press, 2002) and Murder in Their Hearts: The True Story of the Fall Creek Massacre (Indiana Historical Society Press, 2009).

Dr. Murphy is a faculty member within the Department of History and Political Science at Anderson University. The Department of History and Political Science offers personal attention while preparing students for careers in government service, law, journalism, and teaching. It not only provides students with a solid foundation for graduate studies or law school, but also for a life of active citizenship.

The history and political science courses cover a wide range of cultures, social issues, and government practices and policies, providing students with an in-depth understanding of how cultures form, develop, and function. Small class sizes allow students greater opportunities for participation and interaction with professors. Additionally, students are encouraged to conduct independent research on topics of interest to them.

In addition to the in-depth courses offered in history and political science, hands-on learning is highly encouraged. Depending on students' professional career goals, internship experiences at all levels of government or in the legal profession provide invaluable opportunities to learn and become involved in the daily operations of these organizations.

The Department of History and Political Science offers the following majors:

• History
• Political Science
• Political Science – Economics
• Social Studies Teaching

The mission of Anderson University is to educate for a life of faith and service in the church and society. This mission is realized through a commitment to teaching excellence and genuine concern for each individual student, and is supported by a faculty commitment to continuous professional development and service to the community.

Anderson University is a private Christian university of 2,750 undergraduate and graduate students in central Indiana. Anderson continues to be recognized as a top Christian college: in 2008, U.S. News and World Report ranked Anderson University among the best colleges and universities in the Midwest for the fourth consecutive year. Established in 1917 by the Church of God, Anderson University offers more than 65 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, education, music, nursing and theology. Anderson University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Anderson University is a part of the CCCU (The Council for Christian Colleges and Universities) and reflects its commitment as a Christian College in all of its academic programs.