Dr. Bruce Hevly

Associate Professor

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Biography

Bruce Hevly is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at the University of Washington. He earned his Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University in 1987. His teaching and research interests span several fields including Historiography, the History of Science and Technology, Modern European History, and the intersection of Science and Medicine in the United States. Hevly has contributed significantly to the scholarship on the history of science, particularly focusing on how scientific practices are influenced by various cultural and social factors. His courses engage students in deep discussions about the historical contexts of science and technology and encourage critical analysis of how these fields are interwoven with gender, race, and imperial dynamics. Hevly's work often explores themes such as terrestrial physics and the socio-political implications of scientific endeavors. He actively participates in guiding graduate students and shaping the next generation of historians who are interested in the nuanced interplay between history and science.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.