HI248: The Second World War in Europe (Fall 2026)

Wilfrid Laurier University • Waterloo, ON

2d • Onsite

About The Position

World War II was one of the defining events of the 20th century. This course explores the military, political, social and cultural dimensions of the war in Europe, North Africa and the USSR. Topics and themes include: Hitler's war aims; the uses of propaganda; civilian mobilization and "total" war; the Holocaust and the Nazi state; the war of annihilation on the Eastern Front; and the collaboration and resistance of civilians under Nazi occupation.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree
• History discipline
• CV
• Candidate Application Form (CAF)
• Names and Contact Information for Referees (for external applicants)
• Evidence of Good Teaching (for external applicants)
• Verification of highest degree (for external applicants)

Nice To Haves

• Research expertise and/or prior teaching experience in the subject matter of the course

Responsibilities

• Explore the military, political, social and cultural dimensions of the war in Europe, North Africa and the USSR.
• Cover topics and themes including: Hitler's war aims; the uses of propaganda; civilian mobilization and "total" war; the Holocaust and the Nazi state; the war of annihilation on the Eastern Front; and the collaboration and resistance of civilians under Nazi occupation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level