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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Aug 29

Years ago, before a version was available in the U.S., a friend and I ordered a dozen Kinder Eggs (the authentic iteration - hollow egg made with super thin chocolate) from Canada. So I totally get this request.

Reposted by Dr. Steph Chancy

Amalia S. Levi @amaliasl.bsky.social · Aug 6

I've contributed an essay to this DEPENDENT issue:

"Archival Trajectories: Information Beyond Content"

It gives an overview of my PhD research that focuses on why we find what we find, i.e., the many recordkeeping and archival dependencies that underpin what is visible and accessible today.

Bonn Center for Dependency and Slavery Studies @dependencybonn.de · Aug 6

📣The new DEPENDENT on "Archives" is out now! This edition explores archives not as neutral repositories, but as active, contested spaces where power, resistance, and memory intersect.
👉More info: ow.ly/I4W450WzRGz
@unibonn.bsky.social @dfg.de

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Jul 31

WTH? This is on par as people yelling because Kamala Harris is not doing anything to stop the current administration. What is your malfunction?

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Jul 31

So pleased to have a role in this exciting project. Even happier to once more work with @nlwillson.bsky.social (sister from another mother). Our last confab, Rasanblaj Fanm, created a thriving community that remains in contact 1 year later. We have a pretty good track record!

Dr Nicole Willson @nlwillson.bsky.social · Jul 31

NEWS KLAXON 📢📢📢
I’m delighted to announce that I’ve been awarded a major AHRC Catalyst award for my project “Building a Black Nation: Haitian Dynasties of the (Long) Nineteenth Century”.

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Jul 22

This weather is not conducive to work or productivity. My book and pillow are calling me!

Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Jul 20

The idea of approaching things in “small bites” became the workshop mantra.

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Jul 18

It was an honor to participate in the @unesco.org Memory of the World Caribbean Division Workshop in April. This is my small contribution to the conversation on Disaster Preparation. @fletcherdurant.bsky.social editing your dLOC handbook really helped me.

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Jul 5

A reminder from Mother Nature that we can still find beauty even in the midst of Big Ugly. Pink Zinnias so poofy!

Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Jul 5

@superhh.bsky.social tu es là?

Musée d'Orsay @museeorsay.bsky.social · Jul 5

Clin d'œil au #TourdeFrance qui s'élance ce samedi de Lille avec cette affiche de Toulouse-Lautrec présentée jusqu'à demain dans l'exposition "L'art est dans la rue".
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🎨 Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, "La Chaîne Simpson" (1896)
Paris, Bibliothèque nationale de France

#tdf2025

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Jun 11

Bon Dia from Curaçao! So far I’ve only seen the conference hotel (photo 1&2) and one of the longest hallways ever.

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Jun 10

@dlocaribbean.bsky.social Scholarly Advisory Board member Mirerza González Vélez giving the Keynote Acuril 2025, about the work of our friends and colleagues at #CDSC.

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Jun 6

According to The New York Times, “it’s unclear what criteria [were] used to pick the countries [for the travel ban].” Is it really unclear?

Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Jun 3

Ha! Showing my 305 credentials since I still call it the DMV even though I'm now in the 352. I have no idea what that other alphabet soup is supposed to be.

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · May 28

Same!

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · May 27

You surprised?

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · May 19

Went back to my #ArtHistory and #MaterialCulture roots to write a brief blog post on #HaitianArt for #HaitianHistoryMonth. Thanks, UF Latin American and Caribbean collection for the opportunity - lacc.uflib.ufl.edu/2025/05/16/h...

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · May 19

For those working/interested in #DocumentaryHeritage. The International Journal of Documentary Heritage launches its inaugural issue Wed. May 21 via Zoom. Their CFP for Volume 2 closes on June 1. www.ijodh.org/more for more information on the launch, CFP, & to read Volume 1.

www.ijodh.org

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · May 19

Calling #Caribbean & #LatinAmerican organizations with bibliographic and documentary heritage. Submit your unique collection for Registration with UNESCO's Memory of the World Register - Latin American and Caribbean Region. See www.unesco.org/en/articles/... for information. Deadline August 15!

Call for applications to the Memory of the World Register of Latin America and the Caribbean 2025

The Regional Committee for Latin America and the Caribbean launches the new call for the Memory of the World Register of Latin America and the Caribbean 2025.

www.unesco.org

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Apr 12

My version of a Fairy 🧚‍♀️ Garden/Fairy Ring. Mine, a combo of yellows and pinks with a dash of orange, have lantana, zinnias, kalanchoe, and lavender. #Spring.

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Apr 12

Everything old is new again. And not in a cool, retro way either 🙄

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Apr 12

Haiti parts? I had no idea there were connections between HUAC and Haiti. I am developing skills as a proofreader and editor. I enjoy doing it probably because I learn stuff that’s new to me 🤓

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Apr 12

Ooh, this sounds like a great book. Let me know if you need a reader 😊

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Apr 8

My new favorite hashtag that is applicable to soooo much today, #FAFO2025

Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Apr 4

I’m so sorry.

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Dr. Steph Chancy @chancyms.bsky.social · Mar 28

Hi #CaribbeanStudies/#AtlanticStudies people, I wanted to bring this opportunity to your attention. @dlocaribbean.bsky.social is accepting proposals for Open Educational Resources.
‼️ CFP: #OER in #CaribbeanStudies
👉 Proposals due April 14, 2025
ℹ️ Info: tinyurl.com/OER-Caribbean

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