In The Spotlight
Susannah Glickman has been awarded a prestigious Membership for the 2026–27 academic year at the Institute for Advanced Study. This highly selective fellowship supports leading scholars in pursuing independent research at one of the world’s foremost centers for theoretical inquiry. Her selection recognizes the significance and promise of her work within her field.
Professor Glickman has also been invited to serve as a part-time Scholar-in-[Virtual] Residence at A.I. think tank. In this role, she will contribute her expertise to interdisciplinary conversations and research initiatives, engaging with a broader community of scholars working at the forefront of critical inquiry.
News and Announcements
Please join the History Graduate Student Association for their Ninth Annual Graduate Student Conference: "Popular Politics: Violence, Repression, and Responses." The event features Keynote Speaker, Dr. Federico Finchelstein, historian and author of From Fascism to Populism in History, which analyzes the rebirth of populism, fascism and other political shifts.
Date & Time: Thursday, April 2, 2026 from 8:30AM - 5PM
Location: Social and Behavioral Sciences Building - Level 3, Room N-320
In The Media
Distinguished Professor, Nancy Tomes, and 2nd-year PhD student, Shiqi Wang, were both cited in a fascinating Slate article on the history of personal care product preferences in the US, specifically the declining use of bar soap. Read the article.