Kristen Epps
@historyenthusiast.bsky.social
History professor at KSU, specializing in nineteenth century America. Author of Slavery on the Periphery (UGA), editor of the journal Kansas History. She/her. INFJ. Ideas and opinions my own. 💜 🦋
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James A. Garfield, 20th POTUS, was born in Ohio on this day 194 years ago: Nov. 19, 1831.
He’s enjoying a well-deserved resurgence right now with the @netflix.com series “Death by Lightning,” based on @candicemillard.bsky.social’s bestseller “Destiny of the Republic.”
Image: Library of Congress.
He’s enjoying a well-deserved resurgence right now with the @netflix.com series “Death by Lightning,” based on @candicemillard.bsky.social’s bestseller “Destiny of the Republic.”
Image: Library of Congress.
November 19, 2025 at 12:08 PM
James A. Garfield, 20th POTUS, was born in Ohio on this day 194 years ago: Nov. 19, 1831.
He’s enjoying a well-deserved resurgence right now with the @netflix.com series “Death by Lightning,” based on @candicemillard.bsky.social’s bestseller “Destiny of the Republic.”
Image: Library of Congress.
He’s enjoying a well-deserved resurgence right now with the @netflix.com series “Death by Lightning,” based on @candicemillard.bsky.social’s bestseller “Destiny of the Republic.”
Image: Library of Congress.
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_The American Revolution_ offers a look at how complex and violent — and also inspiring— the American founding was. Getting huge coverage, it may give folks time to digest that complexity as 2026 commences. Premieres tonight + PBS has preview clips of all episodes. www.pbs.org/show/the-ame...
The American Revolution
Thirteen colonies unite in rebellion, win their independence, and found the United States.
www.pbs.org
November 16, 2025 at 1:12 PM
_The American Revolution_ offers a look at how complex and violent — and also inspiring— the American founding was. Getting huge coverage, it may give folks time to digest that complexity as 2026 commences. Premieres tonight + PBS has preview clips of all episodes. www.pbs.org/show/the-ame...
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The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon, Virginia welcomes applications from military historians researching broadly in Early American history.
For more information, see www.mountvernon.org/library/fell....
@smh-historians.bsky.social
@historians.org
@royalhistsoc.org
For more information, see www.mountvernon.org/library/fell....
@smh-historians.bsky.social
@historians.org
@royalhistsoc.org
Research Fellowships
Submit an application for a research fellowship at the George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon.
www.mountvernon.org
November 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon, Virginia welcomes applications from military historians researching broadly in Early American history.
For more information, see www.mountvernon.org/library/fell....
@smh-historians.bsky.social
@historians.org
@royalhistsoc.org
For more information, see www.mountvernon.org/library/fell....
@smh-historians.bsky.social
@historians.org
@royalhistsoc.org
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Call for (post-PhD) historians and cultural scholars for the pod! We have a specific wishlist of scholarship we’re looking to add to the lineup:
- ancient & medieval history
and/or
- histories of anywhere other than the US and UK, preferably outside Europe
Pitches to: [email protected]
🤗🤗🤗
- ancient & medieval history
and/or
- histories of anywhere other than the US and UK, preferably outside Europe
Pitches to: [email protected]
🤗🤗🤗
November 3, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Call for (post-PhD) historians and cultural scholars for the pod! We have a specific wishlist of scholarship we’re looking to add to the lineup:
- ancient & medieval history
and/or
- histories of anywhere other than the US and UK, preferably outside Europe
Pitches to: [email protected]
🤗🤗🤗
- ancient & medieval history
and/or
- histories of anywhere other than the US and UK, preferably outside Europe
Pitches to: [email protected]
🤗🤗🤗
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“There's an underlying theme here about efficiency & inefficiency,” Senchyne said...": We have to get back to a world where there's room for inefficiency that lets us grow.”
Blue books are back: The revival of pen and paper exams
Blue books are seeing a revival at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and college campuses across the county as more professors grow concerned about online cheating with artificial intelligence tools...
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November 7, 2025 at 4:22 AM
“There's an underlying theme here about efficiency & inefficiency,” Senchyne said...": We have to get back to a world where there's room for inefficiency that lets us grow.”
So excited to celebrate my colleagues and their fantastic research. Manhattanites, please join us!
Come out to Flight Crew Coffee this Thursday at 5:30pm to celebrate our recent faculty authors! #histocats
November 5, 2025 at 7:21 PM
So excited to celebrate my colleagues and their fantastic research. Manhattanites, please join us!
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Last chance to turn it off.
On Monday, November 3rd, Microsoft will start using your LinkedIn data for AI training. And remember, you're opted in by default.
To toggle it off 👉 Account - Settings & Privacy > Data privacy > Data for Generative AI Improvement.
On Monday, November 3rd, Microsoft will start using your LinkedIn data for AI training. And remember, you're opted in by default.
To toggle it off 👉 Account - Settings & Privacy > Data privacy > Data for Generative AI Improvement.
October 31, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Last chance to turn it off.
On Monday, November 3rd, Microsoft will start using your LinkedIn data for AI training. And remember, you're opted in by default.
To toggle it off 👉 Account - Settings & Privacy > Data privacy > Data for Generative AI Improvement.
On Monday, November 3rd, Microsoft will start using your LinkedIn data for AI training. And remember, you're opted in by default.
To toggle it off 👉 Account - Settings & Privacy > Data privacy > Data for Generative AI Improvement.
A small treat once a week? THE HORROR.
“At the same time, more than half of Gen Z members say they are struggling to make ends meet, yet a majority buy themselves a small treat, such as a pastry, coffee, or sweet, at least once a week. That can lead to overspending…”
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October 31, 2025 at 5:05 PM
A small treat once a week? THE HORROR.
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We are looking for a new book review editor at H-Early-America if anyone is interested.
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H-Early-America Seeks Book Review Editor | H-Net
H-Early-America is seeking a book review co-editor for H-Early-America to work alongside one of the current editors, Patrick Luck. This is a volunteer position. If accepted, you will complete an onl...
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October 29, 2025 at 5:16 PM
We are looking for a new book review editor at H-Early-America if anyone is interested.
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More than 40 million people are about to lose SNAP benefits. If you have the means, please consider giving to your local food bank. They will need the extra funds soon.
If you already give monthly, see if you can increase your gift at least for a few months.
If you already give monthly, see if you can increase your gift at least for a few months.
Find Your Local Food Bank | Feeding America
Find the Feeding America member food bank nearest you. Over 200 member food banks can connect you with free food, food pantries, soup kitchens, and mobile pantries in your community.
www.feedingamerica.org
October 28, 2025 at 2:31 AM
More than 40 million people are about to lose SNAP benefits. If you have the means, please consider giving to your local food bank. They will need the extra funds soon.
If you already give monthly, see if you can increase your gift at least for a few months.
If you already give monthly, see if you can increase your gift at least for a few months.
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The peer review of a book proposal is typically a step that first-time authors don't know exists, and the genre can be tricky.
I've put together actual sample letters people could refer to when writing their own.
Download here: go.dissertationtobook.com/author-respo...
#academicbookcentral
I've put together actual sample letters people could refer to when writing their own.
Download here: go.dissertationtobook.com/author-respo...
#academicbookcentral
October 24, 2025 at 6:55 PM
The peer review of a book proposal is typically a step that first-time authors don't know exists, and the genre can be tricky.
I've put together actual sample letters people could refer to when writing their own.
Download here: go.dissertationtobook.com/author-respo...
#academicbookcentral
I've put together actual sample letters people could refer to when writing their own.
Download here: go.dissertationtobook.com/author-respo...
#academicbookcentral
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A new exhibit at the Watkins Museum will celebrate the life of George "Nash" Walker, a Lawrence-born actor, writer and producer. A separate guided tour on Black Lawrence history will include a stop at the home Walker had built for his mother. lawrenceks.news/4oB2UtY
Watkins Museum exhibit and separate guided tour both celebrate Black Vaudeville actor born in Lawrence
A new exhibit at the Watkins Museum will celebrate the life of George "Nash" Walker, a Lawrence-born actor, writer and producer. A separate guided tour on Black Lawrence history will include a stop at...
lawrenceks.news
October 21, 2025 at 10:42 PM
A new exhibit at the Watkins Museum will celebrate the life of George "Nash" Walker, a Lawrence-born actor, writer and producer. A separate guided tour on Black Lawrence history will include a stop at the home Walker had built for his mother. lawrenceks.news/4oB2UtY
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Job: Digital Humanities Librarian
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Digital Humanities Librarian
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October 17, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Job: Digital Humanities Librarian
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employment.ku.edu/jobs/faculty...
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📣 Call for participants 📣
Have you ever used any History Workshop Journal articles in your teaching practice?
We’d love to hear from you for the 100th issue of HWJ!
Please let us know by sending an email or feel free to DM.
Have you ever used any History Workshop Journal articles in your teaching practice?
We’d love to hear from you for the 100th issue of HWJ!
Please let us know by sending an email or feel free to DM.
October 17, 2025 at 4:21 PM
📣 Call for participants 📣
Have you ever used any History Workshop Journal articles in your teaching practice?
We’d love to hear from you for the 100th issue of HWJ!
Please let us know by sending an email or feel free to DM.
Have you ever used any History Workshop Journal articles in your teaching practice?
We’d love to hear from you for the 100th issue of HWJ!
Please let us know by sending an email or feel free to DM.
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APPLICATIONS CLOSE IN TWO WEEKS!
We're looking for TWO postdoctoral scholars in African American history and history of the Civil War era. Fellowships are for two years, and the anticipated start date is July 1, 2026. The deadline to apply is NOVEMBER 1!
Links in the replies below.
We're looking for TWO postdoctoral scholars in African American history and history of the Civil War era. Fellowships are for two years, and the anticipated start date is July 1, 2026. The deadline to apply is NOVEMBER 1!
Links in the replies below.
October 16, 2025 at 3:29 PM
APPLICATIONS CLOSE IN TWO WEEKS!
We're looking for TWO postdoctoral scholars in African American history and history of the Civil War era. Fellowships are for two years, and the anticipated start date is July 1, 2026. The deadline to apply is NOVEMBER 1!
Links in the replies below.
We're looking for TWO postdoctoral scholars in African American history and history of the Civil War era. Fellowships are for two years, and the anticipated start date is July 1, 2026. The deadline to apply is NOVEMBER 1!
Links in the replies below.
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I'm determined to be a useful member of the Digital Scholarship committee for the WHA this year, so I need help: what cool new-ish digital humanities projects related to Western US history do you know about?
October 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM
I'm determined to be a useful member of the Digital Scholarship committee for the WHA this year, so I need help: what cool new-ish digital humanities projects related to Western US history do you know about?
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My best advice to aspiring authors of scholarly books is to read other scholarly books recently published by your target press. This may seem obvious and yet is not!
October 14, 2025 at 6:02 PM
My best advice to aspiring authors of scholarly books is to read other scholarly books recently published by your target press. This may seem obvious and yet is not!
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Question for #envhist and humanities peeps: I’m working on an outreach plan supporting a wetland restoration project. Does anybody have recommendations of authors or projects using history to increase public awareness on restoration projects?
October 13, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Question for #envhist and humanities peeps: I’m working on an outreach plan supporting a wetland restoration project. Does anybody have recommendations of authors or projects using history to increase public awareness on restoration projects?
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My latest: "Numerous studies show that majors in the humanities—typically, in departments of English, history, philosophy, religious studies, classics and languages—lead students to employment and life satisfaction outcomes as positive as those for majors traditionally championed as 'practical.'”
Counterpoint | Minnesota humanities graduates thrive in meaningful careers
"The stereotype of the underemployed history major is simply not true," professor Andrea Kaston Tange writes.
www.startribune.com
October 12, 2025 at 11:14 PM
My latest: "Numerous studies show that majors in the humanities—typically, in departments of English, history, philosophy, religious studies, classics and languages—lead students to employment and life satisfaction outcomes as positive as those for majors traditionally championed as 'practical.'”
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An actual hot take: Too many authors are afraid of editors watering down their voice or whatever and not afraid enough of editors letting you put any old slop on the page.
October 8, 2025 at 10:34 PM
An actual hot take: Too many authors are afraid of editors watering down their voice or whatever and not afraid enough of editors letting you put any old slop on the page.
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The AHA has updated our Guide for Contending with Online Harassment, offering recs to support members who are targets of online harassment. "Historians have the right to expect that discussion of their historical work will be conducted in a civil manner, free from harassment and intimidation." 🗃️
Guide for Contending with Online Harassment - AHA
Guidelines to AHA members and historians who fear that they may become or have become targets of online harassment.
www.historians.org
October 6, 2025 at 3:07 PM
The AHA has updated our Guide for Contending with Online Harassment, offering recs to support members who are targets of online harassment. "Historians have the right to expect that discussion of their historical work will be conducted in a civil manner, free from harassment and intimidation." 🗃️
My book is on the Anthropic AI settlement list! Is yours?
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October 4, 2025 at 1:20 AM
My book is on the Anthropic AI settlement list! Is yours?
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If you want to hear me and a couple of my esteemed colleagues at Columbia University Press and University of North Carolina Press talk about how to turn a dissertation into a book, you can register at the link below for a webinar taking place on October 9 at 1pm ET.
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Publishing with University Presses Webinar Series: Turning Your Dissertation into a Book - Association of University Presses
Co-sponsored webinar series in university publishing
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October 2, 2025 at 10:03 PM
If you want to hear me and a couple of my esteemed colleagues at Columbia University Press and University of North Carolina Press talk about how to turn a dissertation into a book, you can register at the link below for a webinar taking place on October 9 at 1pm ET.
aupresses.org/events/publi...
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Unbelievable.
BREAKING: The director of the presidential library and museum in Abilene, Kansas, said he was suddenly told to resign or be fired. He refused to give the Trump administration a historic sword from the museum’s collection.
Director of Eisenhower Library in Kansas ousted after refusing to give Trump administration a sword
The director of the presidential library and museum in Abilene, Kansas, said he was suddenly told to resign or be fired. He refused to give the Trump administration a historic sword from the museum’s collection.
www.kcur.org
October 2, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Unbelievable.
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Fellow #skystorians, I am interested in putting together a panel for the 2026 Alliance for Texas History conference. My paper touches on topics including convict labor, Reconstruction, white and Native identities, railroads, and agency. Please reach out if interested!
October 1, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Fellow #skystorians, I am interested in putting together a panel for the 2026 Alliance for Texas History conference. My paper touches on topics including convict labor, Reconstruction, white and Native identities, railroads, and agency. Please reach out if interested!