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History Lab is the UK's national network for postgraduate students in history and related disciplines. https://linktr.ee/ihrhistorylab @ihr.bsky.social
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 21d
📢 Happy September and welcome to the start of a new academic year! What better way to start off 2025/26 as a history PGR than to apply for our bi-weekly seminar series? 💻👩‍🏫

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History Lab Call for Papers: History Lab Seminar Series 2025/26. Topics of interest: - 40 minute papers on any period or aspect of historical study. - themed panels of two 20 minute papers, or three 10-15 minute papers. - papers from all UK-based Postgraduate Researchers - We welcome first-time presenters and innovative presentation styles including panels, poster presentations, and more. All submissions will be rigorously reviewed by our team to ensure quality, innovation, and relevance. Abstracts accepted on a rolling basis - apply anytime! Online, Thursdays from 5.30pm. Autumn term: 2nd October to 11th December Winter Term: 22nd January - 30th March Spring Term: 16th April - 25th June Submission Requirements: - Abstracts of 250-350 words detailing research, objectives, methodology, and key findings. - Five keywords outlining your research interests. - A personal biography of approximately 100 words (one for each person for group panels) and social media handles if applicable. To apply, scan the QR code or use the link in the below post. Institute of Historical Research. Seminar Convenors include Megan Schlanker (University of Lincoln), Joe Colm Jones and Patrick O'Dare (Queen Mary's University, London).
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IHR Women @ihrwomen.bsky.social · 3d
Please join us for our inaugural seminar of the term in the IHR and online. Register: tinyurl.com/298ssvkr
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Institute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 12d
🎉The call for participation for #HAP26 is now open!

Alongside @nationalarchives.gov.uk.web.brid.gy, @royalhistsoc.org & @unisheffieldlib.bsky.social we invite you to explore the theme 'Shaping Societies, Improving Lives: The Impact of Archives and Historical Research'.

Apply today: bit.ly/46VfEVY
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The Institute of Classical Studies @ics.bsky.social · 2d
Call For Papers: Environmental Approaches to the Eastern Mediterranean Landscape, 1750-1920
Panel at the Association for Art History (AAH) Annual Conference, University of Cambridge, 8-10 April 2026

Full details and how to submit here:
Environmental Approaches to the Eastern Mediterranean Landscape, 1750-1920 - For Art History
For centuries, the territories of the eastern Mediterranean were home to the ethnically, religiously, and culturally diverse communities that comprised the Ottoman Empire. These territories…
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The Folklore Society @folkloresociety.bsky.social · 5d
📢Call for Papers📢 ‘Folklore on the Move’: The Folklore Society’s annual conference 2026 in collaboration with the Elphinstone Institute, University of Aberdeen. In person conference: 5-7 Jun 2026; online conference day: 10 Jun 2026. Proposal deadline 14 Dec www.folklore-society.com/event/call-f...
‘The Wayfarer’ by Hieronymus Bosch
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 2d
📢 Read the blog post below to find out more about our joint conference with @historylabplus.bsky.social and History UK that took place earlier this year.

It was a very interesting and timely conference which showed the significant work behind addressing the challenges faced by academia.
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History Lab Plus @historylabplus.bsky.social · 3d
HL+ committee members Dr Alex Rigg & Dr Michael Reeve have written a blogpost about the Teaching in a Time of Crisis Conference 2025 at University of Warwick. Have a read! historylab.plus/blog/

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About | Events | Meet us | Contact | Join BLOG: Teaching in a Time of Crisis conference, 29 May 2025 – reasons to be cheerful? Alex Riggs Regional Ambassador, Midlands and Michael Reeve Co-Ch…
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 5d
We hosted the first seminar of the academic year yesterday evening and it was brilliant!

If you want to share your research with a friendly crowd, or perhaps you're a first time presenter, then consider applying to take part in our seminar series! More info below...
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 21d
📢 Happy September and welcome to the start of a new academic year! What better way to start off 2025/26 as a history PGR than to apply for our bi-weekly seminar series? 💻👩‍🏫

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History Lab Call for Papers: History Lab Seminar Series 2025/26. Topics of interest: - 40 minute papers on any period or aspect of historical study. - themed panels of two 20 minute papers, or three 10-15 minute papers. - papers from all UK-based Postgraduate Researchers - We welcome first-time presenters and innovative presentation styles including panels, poster presentations, and more. All submissions will be rigorously reviewed by our team to ensure quality, innovation, and relevance. Abstracts accepted on a rolling basis - apply anytime! Online, Thursdays from 5.30pm. Autumn term: 2nd October to 11th December Winter Term: 22nd January - 30th March Spring Term: 16th April - 25th June Submission Requirements: - Abstracts of 250-350 words detailing research, objectives, methodology, and key findings. - Five keywords outlining your research interests. - A personal biography of approximately 100 words (one for each person for group panels) and social media handles if applicable. To apply, scan the QR code or use the link in the below post. Institute of Historical Research. Seminar Convenors include Megan Schlanker (University of Lincoln), Joe Colm Jones and Patrick O'Dare (Queen Mary's University, London).
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History Lab Plus @historylabplus.bsky.social · 3d
HL+ committee members Dr Alex Rigg & Dr Michael Reeve have written a blogpost about the Teaching in a Time of Crisis Conference 2025 at University of Warwick. Have a read! historylab.plus/blog/

@historyuk.bsky.social @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social @alexriggsby.bsky.social @drmichaelreeve.bsky.social
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About | Events | Meet us | Contact | Join BLOG: Teaching in a Time of Crisis conference, 29 May 2025 – reasons to be cheerful? Alex Riggs Regional Ambassador, Midlands and Michael Reeve Co-Ch…
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Royal Historical Society @royalhistsoc.org · 5d
We've updated our three BlueSky starter packs for historians.

Our principal list now includes details of 130+ societies and networks, based in the UK and Ireland, that advance the study, research and promotion of history go.bsky.app/AZaYQDd

Please let us know if there are gaps.
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Institute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 5d
🖥 We have a number of online research training courses starting in October.

Visit the IHR website to register and find detailed information on each course: www.history.ac.uk/study-traini...
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 5d
We hosted the first seminar of the academic year yesterday evening and it was brilliant!

If you want to share your research with a friendly crowd, or perhaps you're a first time presenter, then consider applying to take part in our seminar series! More info below...
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 21d
📢 Happy September and welcome to the start of a new academic year! What better way to start off 2025/26 as a history PGR than to apply for our bi-weekly seminar series? 💻👩‍🏫

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History Lab Call for Papers: History Lab Seminar Series 2025/26. Topics of interest: - 40 minute papers on any period or aspect of historical study. - themed panels of two 20 minute papers, or three 10-15 minute papers. - papers from all UK-based Postgraduate Researchers - We welcome first-time presenters and innovative presentation styles including panels, poster presentations, and more. All submissions will be rigorously reviewed by our team to ensure quality, innovation, and relevance. Abstracts accepted on a rolling basis - apply anytime! Online, Thursdays from 5.30pm. Autumn term: 2nd October to 11th December Winter Term: 22nd January - 30th March Spring Term: 16th April - 25th June Submission Requirements: - Abstracts of 250-350 words detailing research, objectives, methodology, and key findings. - Five keywords outlining your research interests. - A personal biography of approximately 100 words (one for each person for group panels) and social media handles if applicable. To apply, scan the QR code or use the link in the below post. Institute of Historical Research. Seminar Convenors include Megan Schlanker (University of Lincoln), Joe Colm Jones and Patrick O'Dare (Queen Mary's University, London).
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Jack Newman @jack-newman.com · 23d
Are you a postgraduate researcher trying out digital methods, tools or resources as a means of exploring historical phenomena? Consider applying for our Postgraduate Seminar Series ihrdighist.blogs.sas.ac.uk/2025/08/ihr-...
IHR Digital History Seminar Postgraduate Panels Call for Papers 2025-26 - Digital History Seminar
Are you a postgraduate researcher trying out digital methods, tools or resources as a means of exploring historical phenomena? Is your historical research made possible by the use of electronic tools ...
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IHR Black British History Seminar @ihrblackbritish.bsky.social · 8d
Kicking off our fantastic line up with a showcase of new research! Get in touch if you are a postgraduate or early career researcher who would like to introduce their work to the field.

📍 Hybrid: N304, IHR, Senate House, WC1E 7HU and Online
📅 Thursday 16th October, 2025
⏰ 17:30
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Email Olivia.Wyatt@ed.ac.uk or Meleisa.Ono-George@history.ox.ac.uk to present online or in-person
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Women's History Network @womenshistnet.bsky.social · 8d
We are delighted to share the Call for Papers for our Spring Seminar Series 2026:
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 7d
You can now follow us on these other places as well! Go ahead and give us a follow, we'll see you over there!
History Lab, welcome to LinkedIn! History Lab is now on Facebook!
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 7d
Our first online seminar of the academic year is happening tomorrow evening!

See below for more information on this fantastic talk and how to sign up...
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 10d
Our first seminar of the academic year is taking place on Thursday 2nd October! 🤩 Tawana Kunaka will be presenting her research titled British Brute and Benevolence which investigates the role of colonial violence and the mystique of British anti-racism in sustaining imperial authority.

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History Lab Presents "British brute and Benevolence: An Investigation into the use of Colonial Violence and the Mystique of Anti-British Racism During British Imperialism in Relation to the Baptist War (1831-1) and the Morant Bay Rebellion (1865) by Tawana Kunaka. 2nd October, 5.45pm-7pm, online via Zoom. Tawana Kunaka holds a BA in History and Politics from the University of Liverpool. She is now pursuing an MA in Contemporary British History at King’s College London, focusing on the impact of colonialism on Britain and its influence on racialised perceptions of immigrants and non-white Britons. In 2025, she presented at the Lancaster Postgraduate Conference on her paper ‘Stella Dadzie and the Significance of experience on the Black radical tradition’. Tawana’s research seeks to contribute as a progressive force in academia, using historical inquiry not only to understand the past but also to envision more equitable futures. This research investigates the role of colonial violence and the mystique of British anti-racism in sustaining imperial authority. Popular memory of the British Empire often omits the violence found within the colonial period, instead Britain is often presented as a benevolent power committed to justice and humanitarian progress. By using Perry’s conception of the ‘mystique of British anti-racism’, this study examines how such myths were constructed and maintained despite repeated episodes of colonial brutality.
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 10d
This event is taking place online, so use the link below for more information and to book your place! We hope to see you there for this fantastic talk!

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British Brute and Benevolence: An Investigation into the Use of Colonial Violence and the Mystique of Anti-British Racism during British Imperialism in relation to The Baptist War (1831-2) and the Mor...
This session will explore how Britain sustained imperial power by masking colonial violence with a mystique of anti-racism, reframing brutality as humanitarian progress.
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 10d
Our first seminar of the academic year is taking place on Thursday 2nd October! 🤩 Tawana Kunaka will be presenting her research titled British Brute and Benevolence which investigates the role of colonial violence and the mystique of British anti-racism in sustaining imperial authority.

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History Lab Presents "British brute and Benevolence: An Investigation into the use of Colonial Violence and the Mystique of Anti-British Racism During British Imperialism in Relation to the Baptist War (1831-1) and the Morant Bay Rebellion (1865) by Tawana Kunaka. 2nd October, 5.45pm-7pm, online via Zoom. Tawana Kunaka holds a BA in History and Politics from the University of Liverpool. She is now pursuing an MA in Contemporary British History at King’s College London, focusing on the impact of colonialism on Britain and its influence on racialised perceptions of immigrants and non-white Britons. In 2025, she presented at the Lancaster Postgraduate Conference on her paper ‘Stella Dadzie and the Significance of experience on the Black radical tradition’. Tawana’s research seeks to contribute as a progressive force in academia, using historical inquiry not only to understand the past but also to envision more equitable futures. This research investigates the role of colonial violence and the mystique of British anti-racism in sustaining imperial authority. Popular memory of the British Empire often omits the violence found within the colonial period, instead Britain is often presented as a benevolent power committed to justice and humanitarian progress. By using Perry’s conception of the ‘mystique of British anti-racism’, this study examines how such myths were constructed and maintained despite repeated episodes of colonial brutality.
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Selena Daly @selenadaly.bsky.social · 14d
Please spread this far and wide! I’m on the convening team of this exciting new IHR seminar series and we are looking forward to hearing about all the cutting-edge research being done by ECRs across the country!
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 14d
📢 New Seminar Series!

We are thrilled to be working alongside @ihr.bsky.social on a brand new seminar series titled Migration and Mobility. We are coming together for a special edition of the seminar to showcase the work of PGRs and ECRs on migration and mobility history (1/3)
Migration and Mobility History Call for Papers: IHR History Lab and Migration and Mobility Seminar Taking place at the IHR Senate House and online, 10th February 2026, 5.30pm-7.30pm. The IHR History Lab and Migration and Mobility are coming together for a special edition of our seminar series to showcase the work of PGRs and ECRs working on migration and mobility history. We invite submissions of 20 minute papers from PGRs and ECRs on the topic of migration and mobility (broadly defined), focusing on any period or place. This is an opportunity to share your research with, and recieve feedback from, established and emerging scholars working on migration and mobility studies. To apply, send abstracts of under 250 words, with a short bio, to Kathleen Commons at kabcommons@gmail.com by 5pm on 15th November. Migration and Mobility History About the Seminars History Lab is the national network for postgraduate students in history and related disciplines. Based at the Institute of Historical Research, it serves as an intellectual and social forum that connects, empowers, and supports the postgraduate community. The IHR Migration and Mobility seminar provides a space for historians and scholars from other disciplines to come together to discuss migration and mobility in history. The seminar seeks to attract papers on a diverse range of themes and periods in migration and mobility history, including the emerging field of pre-modern migration histories, and histories of migration within the Global South. We will take an interdisciplinary approach, working with sociologists, legal scholars, and geographers with an interest in historical migration and mobility. if you have any queries about this seminar, contact Kathleen at kabcommons@gmail.com
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Royal Historical Society @royalhistsoc.org · 14d
If you're starting a postgraduate course in History this autumn, please do consider joining the Royal Historical Society bit.ly/41mTuck

Postgraduate Membership brings access to research funding, events, publications and networks. You'll join an international community of more than 6500 historians.
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 14d
Don't forget about History Lab's regular seminar series, which has a rolling deadline and includes all topics and periods of history! See below for more information and to apply!
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History Lab Call for Papers: Seminar Series 2025/26 Topics of Interest: - 40 minute papers on any period or aspect of historical study - themed panels of two 20 minute papers, or three 10-15 minute papers - papers from all UK-based PGRs - we welcome first time presenters and innovative presentation styles including panels, poster presentations, and more. All submissions will be rigorously reviewed by our team to ensure quality, innovation and relevance. Abstracts accepted on a rolling basis - apply anytime! Taking place online, Thursdays from 5.30pm onwards. Dates: - Autumn term: 2nd October to 11th December - Winter term: 22nd January to 30th March - Spring term: 16th April to 25th June Submission Requirements: - abstracts of 250-350 words detailing research objectives, methodology, and key findings - five key words outlining your research interests - a personal biography of approximately 100 words 9one for each person for group panels) - social media handles, if applicable To apply, scan the QR code or use the link in the post. Seminar Convenors: Megan Schlanker (University of Lincoln) Joe Colm Jones and Patrick O'Dare (QMUL).
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 14d
Abstracts of 250 words and a short bio for 20 minute papers can be sent to @kabcommons.bsky.social by 5pm on 15th November! We are very excited to read through your abstracts on such an important part of history.

Please DM us or Kathleen if you have any questions, and share widely!

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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 14d
📢 New Seminar Series!

We are thrilled to be working alongside @ihr.bsky.social on a brand new seminar series titled Migration and Mobility. We are coming together for a special edition of the seminar to showcase the work of PGRs and ECRs on migration and mobility history (1/3)
Migration and Mobility History Call for Papers: IHR History Lab and Migration and Mobility Seminar Taking place at the IHR Senate House and online, 10th February 2026, 5.30pm-7.30pm. The IHR History Lab and Migration and Mobility are coming together for a special edition of our seminar series to showcase the work of PGRs and ECRs working on migration and mobility history. We invite submissions of 20 minute papers from PGRs and ECRs on the topic of migration and mobility (broadly defined), focusing on any period or place. This is an opportunity to share your research with, and recieve feedback from, established and emerging scholars working on migration and mobility studies. To apply, send abstracts of under 250 words, with a short bio, to Kathleen Commons at kabcommons@gmail.com by 5pm on 15th November. Migration and Mobility History About the Seminars History Lab is the national network for postgraduate students in history and related disciplines. Based at the Institute of Historical Research, it serves as an intellectual and social forum that connects, empowers, and supports the postgraduate community. The IHR Migration and Mobility seminar provides a space for historians and scholars from other disciplines to come together to discuss migration and mobility in history. The seminar seeks to attract papers on a diverse range of themes and periods in migration and mobility history, including the emerging field of pre-modern migration histories, and histories of migration within the Global South. We will take an interdisciplinary approach, working with sociologists, legal scholars, and geographers with an interest in historical migration and mobility. if you have any queries about this seminar, contact Kathleen at kabcommons@gmail.com
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Kathleen Commons @kabcommons.bsky.social · 14d
Call for Papers! @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social x @ihr.bsky.social Migration and Mobility Seminar special edition - we want papers on all types of migration and mobility history from ECRs and PGRs. Abstracts to kabcommons [@] gmail.com by 15th November. Pls spread the word & DM with any questions
Call for papers for a seminar for ECRs and PGRs on migration and mobility history
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 21d
📢 Happy September and welcome to the start of a new academic year! What better way to start off 2025/26 as a history PGR than to apply for our bi-weekly seminar series? 💻👩‍🏫

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History Lab Call for Papers: History Lab Seminar Series 2025/26. Topics of interest: - 40 minute papers on any period or aspect of historical study. - themed panels of two 20 minute papers, or three 10-15 minute papers. - papers from all UK-based Postgraduate Researchers - We welcome first-time presenters and innovative presentation styles including panels, poster presentations, and more. All submissions will be rigorously reviewed by our team to ensure quality, innovation, and relevance. Abstracts accepted on a rolling basis - apply anytime! Online, Thursdays from 5.30pm. Autumn term: 2nd October to 11th December Winter Term: 22nd January - 30th March Spring Term: 16th April - 25th June Submission Requirements: - Abstracts of 250-350 words detailing research, objectives, methodology, and key findings. - Five keywords outlining your research interests. - A personal biography of approximately 100 words (one for each person for group panels) and social media handles if applicable. To apply, scan the QR code or use the link in the below post. Institute of Historical Research. Seminar Convenors include Megan Schlanker (University of Lincoln), Joe Colm Jones and Patrick O'Dare (Queen Mary's University, London).
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HistoryLab @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social · 21d
The link for the QR code and to fill out the form is here. We can't wait to read through your submissions! Please share widely!

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History Lab Seminar 2025-2026
The History Lab Research Seminar invites applications to present at our 2025-2026 research seminars, held fortnightly on Thursdays 17:30-19:00, from 2nd October 2025 to 25th June 2026. We welcome pape...
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