History Alum Kathryn Lamontagne tells of Publications and Accomplishments in 2022
History Alumna Kathryn Lamontagne (PhD 2020), a lecturer at CGS/Social Sciences, recently published an article “‘Our Three Selves:’ Radclyffe Hall and Mabel Batten’s Lived Catholicism” in the Journal of Ecclesial Practices (SU 22). Also in 2022, she contributed a book review to the The Journal of Social Encounters on Cardinal Cahal Daly, chaired a panel […]
Prof Erik Goldstein Published Book with U.S. Naval Institute Press
Erik Goldstein, Professor of History and International Relations, has a new book titled The Road to Pearl Harbor: Great Power War in Asia and the Pacific (U.S. Naval Institute Press, 2022), just published. Goldstein co-edited the book with John H. Maurer, Alfred Thayer Mahan Professor of Sea Power and Grand Strategy in the Strategy and […]
Prof Rui Hua is Awarded East Asia Studies Career Development Professorship
Each year, Boston University has the pleasure of recognizing a number of talented junior faculty who are emerging as future leaders within their respective fields with the awarding of Career Development Professorships. The awards include a three-year, non-renewable research award designed to support research, scholarship, and creative work, as well as defrayal of a portion […]
Prof Jeffrey Rubin published a piece on The Conversation
Professor Jeffrey Rubin published a piece on The Conversation about the Brazilian election. The article, entitled “Brazil’s election goes beyond a battle between left and right – democracy is also on the ballot” is available to read on The Conversation’s website.
September 2022 Release of History Department Newsletter, “The Presence of the Past”
A few times a year, the History Department releases our newsletter, “The Presence of the Past,” covering exciting reports over each semester. Included are news items such as course spotlights, faculty updates, student profiles, alumni achievements, and more! This month is the release of our September edition, where you can read about news items from […]
Profs Arianne Chernock, David Glovsky, and Erik Goldstein Will Speak with Pardee about Queen Elizabeth II and Her Legacy
History Professors Arianne Chernock, David Glovsky, and Erik Goldstein will lead a conversation with moderator Ambassador Paul Hare on September 20th with Pardee School of Global Studies’ first Beyond the Headlines event of the year. Their conversation will look at Queen Elizabeth II and her legacy. Prof. Arianne Chernock (History) will discuss Queen Elizabeth’s role […]
Modern British History Prof Arianne Chernock on the Passing of Queen Elizabeth II
Professor Arianne Chernock, who specializes in Modern British History, has been featured in several publications following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II: Professor Chernock wrote about the Queen’s lasting legacy in a piece with The Conversation, “In 1953, ‘Queen-crazy’ American women looked to Elizabeth II as a source of inspiration – that sentiment never faded.” […]
PhD Candidate Henry Tonks Wrote About Fellowship at New Urban Mechanics
History PhD Candidate Henry Tonks wrote a blog post about being a 2022 Summer Fellow with the Mayor’s Office of New Urban Mechanics. Read about his experience on their website.
PhD Alumnus Zach Fredman Published Book with University of North Carolina Press
History Ph.D. Alumnus Zach Fredman (GRS 2016) published a book with the University of North Carolina Press titled, “The Tormented Alliance: American Servicemen and the Occupation of China, 1941–1949.” Read more about his book here.
Prof Eugenio Menegon visited Naples as part of Faculty Exchange Program
History Professor Eugenio Menegon went on a ten-day visit to Naples as part of the Faculty Exchange program between Boston University and the L’Orientale University of Naples. Read about their trip on the School of Theology website.