Major and Minor Advising
Cassandra Castillo is the Department's undergraduate advisor and is available to assist students with a wide variety of questions and issues that come up in relation to the major. These include but are not limited to: declaring the major, assessing progress in the major, the 102 thesis process, administrative concerns, graduation, information on courses, researching graduate programs and enrichment opportunities, and referral to other campus offices.
Spring 2026 Advising Schedule
Drop in hours are listed below and will occur as scheduled through May 1, unless otherwise noted. Advising will be by appointment only for RRR week and finals week. If you would like to set up an appointment ouside of these hours, please email history-undergradadvisor@berkeley.edu to get one set up!
*Drop in advising for Spring 2026 will resume January 20th.*
- Tuesday: 2-4pm- In person at 3226 Dwinelle Hall
- Wednesday: 9-11am- Virtual Advising (Link to Zoom Room)
- Thursday: 10am-12pm- In person at 3226 Dwinelle Hall
Faculty Advising
Undergraduates are strongly encouraged to meet with faculty during office hours to discuss their classes, thesis topics, and any other questions related to their academic pursuits in History.
History Minor
For information about the minor, click here.
