Aaron Haberman

Aaron Haberman is a Professor and Department Chair in the Department of History at the University of Northern Colorado. He holds a B.A. in History from Washington and Lee University and both an M.A. and Ph.D. in History from the University of South Carolina. His research focuses on 20th-century American history, particularly sports culture, the rise of American conservatism, and the role of religion in modern politics. He is currently completing a project on the 1970s long-distance running boom and its socio-cultural implications.

Dr. Haberman has held academic positions at UNC since 2007, progressing from Lecturer to Assistant Professor (2011), Associate Professor (2014), and Professor (2020). His scholarly work includes articles in The International Journal of the History of Sport and The Journal of the Historical Society, as well as book reviews in prominent journals. He has received multiple awards, including the Provost Fund for Faculty Scholarship (2008, 2009, 2014) and recognition for accommodation assistance to students with disabilities (2012).

His research analyzes intersections between sports, politics, and culture, with a focus on how phenomena like the 1970s running boom reflect broader societal shifts. Recent work explores the tension between individualism and community in modern American life, using sports as a lens to examine cultural identity and policy changes.

Professional accolades include grants supporting his scholarship and teaching excellence. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary relevance, offering insights into how past cultural movements shape current societal dynamics.