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YouTube video by Bart D. Ehrman The Last Lecture: Bart Ehrman's Retirement Lecture from UNC

Check out Bart D. Ehrman's (NHC Fellow, 2009–10; 2018–19) retirement lecture, “The Most Significant Discovery in the History of Biblical Studies,” that he gave at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

This lecture marks the end of Ehrman's teaching career at UNC.

Teaching the Digital Diaspora | National Humanities Center This institute for educators will move beyond traditional resources to explore how digital humanities can illuminate the complexities of the African diaspora.

K-12 teachers: don’t forget to register for our upcoming Teaching African American Studies Institute (TAASI) by March 30th!

Please help us spread the word about this exciting professional development opportunity for educators!

#humanities #professionaldevelopment #k12teachers #afamstudies

Leading Edge Fellowships place recent #humanities PhDs with nonprofit organizations committed to promoting justice and equity in their communities.

AAS 2026 Prizes - Association for Asian Studies The AAS is pleased to announce the winners of this year’s prize competitions and offer congratulations to all honorees. Please join us at the Awards Ceremony during the AAS 2026 Annual Conference in V...

Congratulations to Johan Elverskog (NHC Fellow, 2021–22) who has been awarded the 2026 Joseph Levenson Prize for his book, "A History of Uyghur Buddhism.”

The Sounds of Milan, 1585-1650 | National Humanities Center By Robert L. Kendrick (NHC Fellow, 1998–99)

As the Winter Olympics ramp up in Milan, we encourage you to brush up on your knowledge of the city, its history, and its people.

Check out Robert L. Kendrick's (NHC Fellow, 1998–99) book "The Sounds of Milan, 1585–1650," in which he examines the cultural contexts of music in early-modern Milan.

Connecting Research and Learning Across Disciplines | National Humanities Center By combining the analytical rigor and critical thinking skills developed within the sciences and the humanities,  we can address complex societal challenges.

We’re thrilled to continue our partnership with @howard.edu's College of Arts & Sciences for “Connecting Research and Learning Across Disciplines,” an institute for faculty that will be held August 3–7, 2026, on Howard’s historic campus. Registration closes on 4/30/26. Please share.

Higher Education Leaders Convene to Strategize on the Future of the Humanities On December 12-13, 2025, 22 current and former university presidents, chancellors, and leading voices in the humanities gathered for a retreat at the National Humanities Center (NHC).

In a critical moment for higher education, ACLS and @natlhumanities.bsky.social co-hosted a two-day Presidents’ Summit to advance strategies for strengthening humanistic inquiry on American campuses. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4jHJz9b

Bridge Beyond Carolina funds summer internship in humanities - Graduate School Funding from The Graduate School's Bridge Beyond Carolina program allowed English and comparative literature doctoral candidate Katherine Stein to spend a summer interning at the National Humanities C...

We enjoyed working with you this summer, Katherine. Thank you for all the hard work you did with us and for the betterment of the humanities.

The Window: News from the National Humanities Center Stories, insights, and updates from the NHC

The National Humanities Center is pleased to announce the launch of “The Window”, our new digital newsletter.

Beyond Civil Rights: Dr. Martin Luther King’s Activism in the 1960s | National Humanities Center The work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is largely taught in the context of the Civil Rights Movement. Students are familiar with the iconic events of in

In honor of MLK Day, we remember the legacy of Dr. King and all other civil rights leaders. To gain more insight into Dr. King, check out this 2021 Humanities in Class webinar which delves further into his lesser known work and causes he championed.

DAY AFTER I After the ouster of Dictator Nicolas Maduro On social, cultural, political, and historical issues. US intervention in Venezuela.

Last week, Mario Valdes Navia (NHC Fellow 2025–26) participated in a podcast coordinated by Duke’s Center for Latin American & Caribbean Studies where he discussed the current Venezuela situation with respected Venezuelan intellectuals. Listen to their conversation here.

Teaching the Digital Diaspora | National Humanities Center This institute for educators will move beyond traditional resources to explore how digital humanities can illuminate the complexities of the African diaspora.

The Teaching African American Studies Institute (TAASI) returns this summer from June 16–20, 2026. Held at Prairie View A&M University, TAASI ‘26 will focus on how digital humanities can reveal more about the African Diaspora.

The application deadline is March 30, 2026. Spread the word!

Humanities in Class Webinars | National Humanities Center Live, interactive webinars connect educators with scholars and experts in humanities fields to discuss compelling topics. Webinars are free but require registration.

The NHC’s webinar series returns this week. Be sure to register for this Thursday’s webinar (7pm EDT) and check out other upcoming webinars later this semester. #humanities

32 Residencies to Fuel Your 2026 Writerly Dreams Getting away to focus on your writing even for as little as a week could push you out of your comfort zone and unlock new ideas.

The NHC is featured on @insidehighered.com's recent list of “32 Residencies to Fuel Your 2026 Writerly Dreams.” We’re honored to be included alongside these other wonderful programs. #humanities

Careers at the National Humanities Center | National Humanities Center The National Humanities Center is looking for amazing and talented humanists. Join our team!

We’re hiring an Events Manager to plan, organize, and execute major events for the Center. Visit our website to learn more about the role and spread the word about this exciting opportunity to join the NHC team.

The Promise of the Humanities at Community Colleges | © The American Council of Learned Societies 2025 --- #About the Project Launched in 2018 with support from the Mellon Foundation, the Mellon/ACLS Community College Faculty Fellowship program recognized the vital contributions of community college fa...

ACLS is proud to share The Promise of the Humanities at Community Colleges, a new report that shares the perspectives of Mellon/ACLS Community College Faculty Fellows who balance teaching-intensive schedules & find time for bold research projects and transformative pedagogies: bit.ly/4oDnA3P

Featured Research: Neglected and Erased Histories | National Humanities Center Highlighting 2025–26 Fellows whose projects foreground neglected and other marginalized perspectives within well-trodden historical narratives.

While our Fellows are in residence, we spotlight their projects and identify the ways we can see through-lines between them.

Check out recently highlighted projects foregrounding neglected and other marginalized perspectives within well-trodden historical narratives.

#humanities #skystorians

Supporting Historians Under Threat This guide is intended to provide resources for historians working in a range of different environments to support themselves and colleagues if faced with threats, punitive restrictions, and harassmen...

Historians have the right to expect that discussion of their historical work will be conducted in a civil manner, free from harassment and intimidation. The AHA provides resources for historians to support themselves and colleagues if faced with threats, punitive restrictions, and harassment. 🗃️

As 2025 winds down, we invite you to connect, learn, and be inspired with our virtual event lineup for December! Our events continue next week with our advocacy write-in and our OAH Book Club. Sign up and save your spot!
All Events: https://ow.ly/GbtQ50XE2ie
Book Club: https://ow.ly/cmFt50XE2ib

Careers at the National Humanities Center | National Humanities Center The National Humanities Center is looking for amazing and talented humanists. Join our team!

Join our team! We’re hiring a Vice President of Development to advance our organization’s philanthropic mission. Visit our website for more information about the position, including how to apply.

Donald Thompson: The humanities are a CEO’s edge The humanities don’t slow business down. Critical thinking and broad contextual habits actually make the work world smarter, fairer and faster.

"The humanities don’t slow business down. Critical thinking and broad contextual habits actually make the work world smarter, fairer and faster."
Check out Triangle-area entrepreneur Donald Thompson's insights on the value of the humanities brings to business and its leaders.

Baldwin: A Love Story Nicholas Boggs in Conversation with John McWhorter In-person reservations for this event are currently full, but please join the livestream.Elebash Recital Hall

Reserve your spot to virtually attend Nicholas Boggs's (NHC Fellow 2024–25) conversation with John McWhorter about Boggs's new book, BALDWIN: A LOVE STORY #humanities

Being Human Festival (US) | National Humanities Center The Being Human Festival's community-focused events demonstrate how the humanities add depth and meaning to our lives, help us understand ourselves and one another, and provide context for the complex...

Submit your event proposals for the 2026 #BeingHumanFestUS by November 17, 2026 at 5:00pm EST. Learn more about the Festival and how to apply.
#humanities #publichumanities

Ben Vinson III Appointed as Inaugural Presidential Fellow | National Humanities Center The National Humanities Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Ben Vinson III as its inaugural Presidential Fellow.

Congratulations to Dr. Ben Vinson III on being named the inaugural NHC Presidential Fellow. The Presidential Fellowship recognizes the accomplishments of distinguished scholars and humanities leaders and invites them to participate in the robust intellectual life of the Center. #humanities

On the Swamp: Fighting for Indigenous Environmental Justice | National Humanities Center Researchers and educators sometimes think about their work as supporting efforts to promote justice, including environmental justice, which is sometimes defined as the fair treatment and meaningful in...

As we observe Native American Heritage Month, we encourage you to check out our upcoming webinar with Ryan Emmanuel (NHC Fellow 2020–21), which will explore issues surrounding native peoples and environmental justice.

It was a pleasure to welcome representatives of The NC10 to the Center yesterday to discuss the challenges facing NC-based HBCUs and think about ways to amplify the humanities on their campuses. #humanities

Exciting opportunity for artists, creative entrepreneurs, and all humanists interested in shaping ventures rooted in mission, story, and integrity.

Learn more about this Nov. 3 talk at Yale featuring NHC Trustee James Rhee: luma.com/nr5zp944?tk=cA00JB

As we wrap up National Arts and #Humanities Month, we want to express our appreciation to all the state humanities councils across the country for the important work you’re doing.

"Monsters can be more unifying than they are divisive."
Learn how @arizonastateuni.bsky.social instructor Emily Zarka connects learning about monsters to learning about communities and identity.

The lasting impact of immediate support: mutual aid's mark after Helene and Chantal. Plus, a history of mutual aid among Black Southerners. “Mutual aid” is a phrase that received renewed attention during the Covid-19 pandemic, but the U.S. has a long history of mutual aid. Leoneda Inge talks with two scholars. Then, two helpers with Trian...

NHC President and Director @profblmkelley.bsky.social recently appeared on @wunc.org's "Due South" to share insights on the complex history of mutual aid in the US and in the lives of Black Southerners. #Skystorians