Department of History at Ohio State

Hot off the web! 🕸️ Unravel the stories behind our latest achievements in our brand new "Making History" online newsletter edition. From fresh faces on our team, to office revamps, awards and special programs - we've got it all covered. Be sure to catch up! 👇
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Making History, 2024 No. 61 | Department of History A Message from Department Chair Scott Levi Living Through History: Working through a global pandemic, in our own words New Faces on Deck Publications Faculty News Faculty Awards Graduate Student News Undergraduate Student News A Look at the Center for Historical Research Leaders and Leadership in Hi...

Check out this car in 1927 struggling through flood waters outside the stadium. We thank the Ohio State University Archives for the images we've used in this series. Be sure to check out the images in their online exhibits at https://library.osu.edu/archives/online-exhibits?utm_campaign=asc_marketing-activity_fy24&utm_content=1723734540&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook

Congrats to all, and especially to Kale Fuller who is minoring in history!

CSEEES Academic Year 2024-2025 Undergraduate FLAS Fellows The Center for Slavic, East European and Eurasian Studies congratulates its four undergraduate Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowship recipients for the 2024-2025 academic year.Sophie Boelk, an undergraduate Russian and French major, will study 5th-year Russian. Sophie's long-term caree...

"In the summer of 1675, shortly after the discovery of a major "design" by enslaved West Africans to seize control of the English colony of Barbados, some 8,000 men from the island held a combined muster of its infantry and cavalry units. This mighty host, which was comparable in size to the standing army of England itself, was primarily designed to terrify the island's majority Black workforce. Yet the "liege people" in arms, as they called themselves, also meant to silence the Quaker dissidents and Royal African Company officials who questioned the morality and legality of Barbados slavery. Indeed, large and semi-organized crowds would attack both Friends and RAC officials that autumn in a violent, and ultimately successful display of Barbadian patriotism."

Join us for “Liege People and Pagan Foes: Martial Patriotism and the Reproduction of Slavery in Barbados, ca. 1675,” with Jason Opal, Dean, Ohio State Mansfield on August 21st at 3:45 p.m. in Dulles Hall, Room 168.

https://history.osu.edu/events/liege-people-and-pagan-foes

Yes, it's Thursday again! Check out this pic from 1922 of the Ohio State football team getting ready for practice.
(Photo: Ohio State University Archives)

The 2024 presidential election cycle is keeping Professor David Stebenne very busy. Along with his posts on Substack, he was also a guest on All Sides with Anna Staver. He covers the shift from Biden to Harris, the RNC, and more.

David Stebenne on the 2024 Election Cycle Professor David Stebenne admits the 2024 election cycle is keeping him very busy. He has written several posts on his Substack site and been a guest on All Sides with Anna Staver.

Congratulations, Graduates!!!

Mark your calendar for the 1st Center for Historical Research talk of autumn semester. We continue our Anger in History Series with “Anger Management: Dignity, Indignity and the Rhetoric of Resentment,” a talk by Robert A. Schneider of IU Bloomington on Sept. 9.

Psychologists and advice columnists tell us that anger is not good—it’s not good for us and it’s worse for those around us. But political anger—that is, the collective expression of angry discontent—surely can be, and has been, effective as a tool for asserting grievances and making claims. In any case, whatever its virtues or liabilities, anger seems to be all-pervasive in our contemporary political culture. We are in, according to Pakaj Mishra, an “Age of Anger.”

Find out more and register on our website for this insightful talk.
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“Anger Management: Dignity, Indignity and the Rhetoric of Resentment,” Robert A. Schneider, IU Bloomington RegistrationPsychologists and advice columnists tell us that anger is not good—it’s not good for us and it’s worse for those around us. But political anger—that is, the collective expression of angry discontent—surely can be, and has been, effective as a tool for asserting grievances and m...

Professor Peter Mansoor was quoted about the Israel-Hamas War for an August 5th CNN Special Report on Jake Tapper's show. As part of the interview he stated, “The only way this conflict will end is with a Palestinian state. But the Palestinians, for their part, need to realize that Israel’s not going anywhere ... right now, you have an Israeli government that refuses to countenance any sort of state for the Palestinians.”
https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2024/08/middleeast/gaza-israel-hamas-battalions-invs-intl/

Mark your calendars for an insightful afternoon & journey back to Barbados in 1675! Delve into the intricate links of martial patriotism and slavery with our distinguished presenter, Dean Jason Opal from Ohio State Mansfield. We're thrilled to host this enlightening talk on August 21st at 3:45 p.m. in Dulles Hall Room 168. Be there to explore and decipher history! 🕰️📜

“Liege People and Pagan Foes: Martial Patriotism and the Reproduction of Slavery in Barbados, ca. 1675,” Jason Opal, Dean, Ohio State Mansfield In the summer of 1675, shortly after the discovery of a major "design" by enslaved West Africans to seize control of the English colony of Barbados, some 8,000 men from the island held a combined muster of its infantry and cavalry units. This mighty host, which was comparable in size to the standing...

“Over the past 450 years in the Western world, political stability has been the most powerful correlate of high homicide rates. The return of political stability could, if it continues over the next few years, lower our nation’s homicide rate,” Randy Roth, Guggenheim Foundation Report

Discover the correlation between political stability and homicide rates through the eyes of Professor Randy Roth in a new Ohio State News interview!

How America’s elites may hold the key to lowering murder rates New crime laws, police funding and similar efforts may have some effect on homicide rates in the United States – but the biggest impact will come from the actions of our political and economic elites.That’s the conclusion of historian Randolph Roth, author of the 2009 book American Homicide, in ...

A must-watch recommendation from Marc Arenberg for our fav movie of the week - "Do the Right Thing." 🎬 Don't miss it!
Marc says, "My pick for the greatest American movie ever made. Spike Lee goes straight to the heart of racist violence in America, raising profound questions and offering unsettling answers. It's also a compelling examination of the meaning of community."

On Thursday here's a look at the football ticket line back in 1947. Game tickets cost $3.60 back then!
(Photo: Ohio State University Archives)

"Studying history helped me to develop a process, a framework through which to understand people and places that are vastly different from myself and my daily experience. It enhanced my ability to communicate with and understand others, as well as take responsibility for my own role in my community."

Katherine Greenberg
Assistant Commissioner, New York City Commission on Human Rights

In Their Own Words: Testimonials from History Majors | American Historical Association The history major provides both a stepping stone towards dynamic careers in many industries and preparation for ongoing contribution to civic life.

Peace through Olympic Sport? | Origins They're the greatest show on earth, exciting the passions of literally billions of people. But are the Olympic Games good for the World? Proponents say the Games help create mutual understanding and international peace. Our willingness to accept this lofty idealism is one reason why recent corruptio...

We're counting down the days until Autumn semester! Are you ready? We are. We're gearing up for an exciting fall semester in the history department with lots of great courses and events. 🍁📚
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"How firm thy friendship ... O-H-I-O!"

Today is International Friendship Day, a day that was made an official international holiday in 2011 by the United Nations. Friendship and community building are not just about companionship, they are powerful tools that can assist us in creating new ideas and tackling various issues. They bring happiness, care, and most importantly, they make space for all voices to be heard, recognized, and celebrated.

So, let's celebrate this day by linking up with our friends and acknowledging the role they play in our lives.

In celebration of the Summer Olympic Games, we celebrate American track and field athlete James Cleveland "Jesse" Owens (1913-1980). Jesse Owens won four gold medals at the 1936 Paris Olympics. Mr. Owens attended Ohio State University and, while navigating through the obstacles of the era, created a legacy within the sports field and the social vision of the country today.

Did you know that the Silk Road wasn't actually a road? Amanda Respess shares, "The Silk Road was a network of roads that ran across a large land mass and all kinds of goods and also ideas were moving through this space. We have archeological evidence showing that these trade routes go back all the way to the Bronze Age around 2000 B.C."

History's Oldest Roads Shaped Civilizations Since 4000 B.C. From the Silk Road to the Old Great North Road in Australia, explore how these ancient roads spread wealth and information across continents.

This week's top-notch movie pick comes straight from the desk of Professor Ellen Arnold. She says, "I’m going to have to be very on brand and say Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Who can resist smart political and social commentary housed within a humorous take on medieval mythmaking? Plus coconuts and shrubbery!"
Signed—“A famous historian.” 🎬🍿

On this Thursday, check out this pic from a 1908 livestock judging class at Ohio State. Lambs, cows & more ....
(Photo: Ohio State University Archives)

Get ready to dive into the vibrant history of Afro-Latin American independence movements at an Oct. 1st Center for Latin American Studies symposium, featuring two enlightening talks by History Professor María Hammack. Celebrate not just the past, but the enduring strength and courage of Black Latin American leaders and freedom fighters. The stage is set. Be part of the conversation as the influential role these individuals played in their countries' independence is highlighted. (Admission is free, but don't forget to register).
The Center for Latin American Studies at The Ohio State University

Forging Freedom: Afro-Latin American Independence Movements Symposium Join the Center for Latin American Studies for the Forging Freedom: Afro-Latin American Independence Movements symposium. This event focuses on Black leaders and freedom fighters, and emphasizes the Black Latin American population that has been part of the history of the continent for centuries—no...

Andrew Offenburger, (Assoc. Prof. of History at Miami University and Editor of Origins: Current Events in Historical Perspective), is one of the creators of "SourceNotes," a new research tool.

Teaching the Thrill of Historical Thinking – AHA In developing SourceNotes, two historians have found a way to teach historical research collaboratively.

The Middle East Studies Center is looking for student interns for the coming semesters! Please repost and share with anyone you think would be interested.

Visit the page mesc.osu.edu/mesc-team to learn more!

Check out our Autumn 2024 courses page at mesc.osu.edu/courses-info!

Assistant Professor María Hammack delivered a talk on and at the Department of State in June. She stated that it was, "A highlight of my career and an honor to be invited to this nation’s capital to talk about important histories shared by the US and México."

Congratulations to Katherine Weiss on receiving the prestigious Gerda Henkel fellowship from the Historial de la Grande Guerre and for becoming one of 200 recipients of the award since 1992, and to Cameron Givens for presenting an excellent paper on "W.E.B. Du Bois, Marcus Garvey and Pan-Africanism" at the international conference "The Great War, 1918-1941: Towards a Cultural History of Politics " in June. They were joined at the conference by their advisor, Professor Bruno Cabanes.

CSEEES Autumn 2024 K-14 Workshop: Exploring the Environmental History of Eastern Europe and Eurasia Register here!