Dr. Rhonda Hinther, a professor in the Department of History at Brandon University, has been awarded a prestigious teaching award from the Canadian Historical Association (CHA). The national honour recognizes her innovative and impactful approach to engaging students with primary sources in historical studies.
The CHA Teaching Award is presented annually to post-secondary instructors across Canada who demonstrate excellence in helping students critically and effectively explore historical documents and materials. Dr. Hinther’s work, particularly through Brandon University’s public history program, stood out for its emphasis on critical thinking, sustained engagement with primary sources, and a commitment to teaching history in dynamic, socially relevant ways.
“I’m deeply honoured to receive this recognition,” said Dr. Hinther. “It’s a testament to the exciting, student-centered work we’re doing here at Brandon University, and to the power of public history to connect the past to our present lives in meaningful ways.”
Dr. Hinther is also co-editor of the Human Rights and Social Justice series (University of Manitoba Press), and is widely respected for her research, teaching, and contributions to Canadian historical scholarship.
For Brandon University, the award is a powerful recognition of the History Department’s national leadership in undergraduate teaching and public engagement.
“Dr. Hinther’s dedication to students and her adept integration of her research expertise in Public History into teaching and learning have created something new and awesome in the Faculty of Arts,” said said Dr. Gregory Kennedy, Dean of Arts. “The Public History programs she leads (major, minor, certificate) attract and inspire students and working professionals by preparing them with specific skills relevant to their field. Now more than ever, we need discerning public historians able to interpret the past in ways that speak to everyone and today’s needs.”
The award was presented at the CHA’s annual meeting earlier this week.
The Canadian Historical Association is our national organization for advocacy and champions the future of the discipline,” said Dr. Kennedy, noting his pride in personally being present for the award ceremony. “Dr. Hinther is a big part of that future and it is wonderful to see her being recognized by her peers and colleagues.”
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