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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
#humanities #publichumanities
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...
nationalhumanitiescenter.org
November 10, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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
#humanities #publichumanities
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
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.
nationalhumanitiescenter.org
November 7, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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
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.
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...
nationalhumanitiescenter.org
November 5, 2025 at 9:10 PM
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
November 4, 2025 at 8:39 PM
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
Learn more about this Nov. 3 talk at Yale featuring NHC Trustee James Rhee: luma.com/nr5zp944?tk=cA00JB
November 1, 2025 at 7:50 PM
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
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.
October 31, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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.
Learn how @arizonastateuni.bsky.social instructor Emily Zarka connects learning about monsters to learning about communities and identity.
ASU monster expert breaks down our deepest fears, reaching 1M subscribers on YouTube
The PBS web series "Monstrum" has more than 100 streaming episodes. Emily Zarka, of Phoenix, hosts, writes and executive produces the show.
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October 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
"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.
Learn how @arizonastateuni.bsky.social instructor Emily Zarka connects learning about monsters to learning about communities and identity.
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
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...
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October 29, 2025 at 7:35 PM
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
Congratulations to Signe Cohen (NHC Fellow, 2025–26) for receiving this honor!
We are thrilled to announce that I, YANTRA by Signe Cohen has been named the Winner of the 2025 Award for Excellence in the Study of Religion: Textual Studies by @aarweb.bsky.social
#WinnerWednesday #ReadUP tinyurl.com/yebmaz3r
#WinnerWednesday #ReadUP tinyurl.com/yebmaz3r
October 28, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Congratulations to Signe Cohen (NHC Fellow, 2025–26) for receiving this honor!
Secure your spot for this live conversation on civility and respectful debate featuring philosopher Cornel West and legal scholar Robert P. George, moderated by award-winning journalist Jane Ferguson.
Register for the livestream: bit.ly/3VJKKJY
Register for the livestream: bit.ly/3VJKKJY
October 23, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Secure your spot for this live conversation on civility and respectful debate featuring philosopher Cornel West and legal scholar Robert P. George, moderated by award-winning journalist Jane Ferguson.
Register for the livestream: bit.ly/3VJKKJY
Register for the livestream: bit.ly/3VJKKJY
Difficult conversations are necessary and important. The real-world implications can be, and are often, felt, and they require us to explore terms like “civility” and “peaceful engagement” with those who hold opposing views.
Opinion | Civility Is a Fantasy
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October 22, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Difficult conversations are necessary and important. The real-world implications can be, and are often, felt, and they require us to explore terms like “civility” and “peaceful engagement” with those who hold opposing views.
Are you curious what your state’s humanities councils are up to? Find your state’s council below and follow them for updates on their important work.
Humanities Council Directory - Federation of State Humanities Councils
Member Council Address Website Alaska Humanities Forum 161 East 1st Avenue, Door 15, Anchorage, AK 99501 https://www.akhf.org/ Alabama Humanities Alliance 1100 Ireland Way, Suite 101, Birmingham, AL 3...
www.statehumanities.org
October 20, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Are you curious what your state’s humanities councils are up to? Find your state’s council below and follow them for updates on their important work.
Challenging times require creative responses. A wonderful recent example comes from Rivi Handler-Spitz (NHC Fellow, 2020–21) who graphically illustrates the real-world struggles and worries facing international students in the US.
Visa Chaos: A Graphic Narrative (opinion)
A graphic narrative written and drawn by Rivi Handler-Spitz.
www.insidehighered.com
October 17, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Challenging times require creative responses. A wonderful recent example comes from Rivi Handler-Spitz (NHC Fellow, 2020–21) who graphically illustrates the real-world struggles and worries facing international students in the US.
You have the opportunity to weigh in on the US Dept of Education’s proposed “patriotic” education funding initiative. Your voice matters.
OAH | Action Alert: Submit Comments on Proposed Patriotic Education Funding PriorityOAH | Action Alert: Submit Comments on Proposed Patriotic Education Funding Priority
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October 16, 2025 at 7:48 PM
You have the opportunity to weigh in on the US Dept of Education’s proposed “patriotic” education funding initiative. Your voice matters.
Friends and colleagues of legendary Florida historian Gary Mormino will celebrate his illustrious career during the first-ever Florida Humanities Hall of Fame on Oct 18. Learn more about the other inductees and icons of Florida history.
Hall of Fame | Florida Humanities
Celebrating Florida's Storytellers From the earliest Floridians who navigated the endless river of grass to the many communities that call the Sunshine State home today, Florida has been a crossroads ...
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October 16, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Friends and colleagues of legendary Florida historian Gary Mormino will celebrate his illustrious career during the first-ever Florida Humanities Hall of Fame on Oct 18. Learn more about the other inductees and icons of Florida history.
As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, we continue to celebrate Hispanic perspectives by sharing 2 recent webinars exploring Mexican and Mexican American contributions to and experience of US history. Check out their recordings below.
October 15, 2025 at 6:58 PM
As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, we continue to celebrate Hispanic perspectives by sharing 2 recent webinars exploring Mexican and Mexican American contributions to and experience of US history. Check out their recordings below.
We’re offering undergraduates a unique opportunity to build their humanities-based leadership skills, connect with professionals, and explore how the #humanities shape our world.
Applications for the National Humanities Leadership Council are due 10/18. Please help us spread the word.
Applications for the National Humanities Leadership Council are due 10/18. Please help us spread the word.
National Humanities Leadership Council | National Humanities Center
The NHC has established a National Humanities Leadership Council to help prepare a select group of students with humanities-based leadership skills.
nationalhumanitiescenter.org
October 14, 2025 at 1:52 PM
We’re offering undergraduates a unique opportunity to build their humanities-based leadership skills, connect with professionals, and explore how the #humanities shape our world.
Applications for the National Humanities Leadership Council are due 10/18. Please help us spread the word.
Applications for the National Humanities Leadership Council are due 10/18. Please help us spread the word.
Congratulations to Andrea Brady (NHC Fellow, 2018–19) for receiving the 2025 Truman Capote Award for her book of literary criticism, "Poetry and Bondage: A History and Theory of Lyric Constraint." The Truman Capote Prize is the largest prize awarded for literary criticism in the English language.
October 10, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Congratulations to Andrea Brady (NHC Fellow, 2018–19) for receiving the 2025 Truman Capote Award for her book of literary criticism, "Poetry and Bondage: A History and Theory of Lyric Constraint." The Truman Capote Prize is the largest prize awarded for literary criticism in the English language.
Stories unite us.
#50Stories50States is a campaign of Americans for the Arts in celebration of #NationalArtsAndHumanitiesMonth.
Raise your voice by sharing how the arts and humanities have shaped your life, community, or identity.
#Humanities #StoriesUniteUs
#50Stories50States is a campaign of Americans for the Arts in celebration of #NationalArtsAndHumanitiesMonth.
Raise your voice by sharing how the arts and humanities have shaped your life, community, or identity.
#Humanities #StoriesUniteUs
National Arts & Humanities Month
Share Your Story
www.americansforthearts.org
October 9, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Stories unite us.
#50Stories50States is a campaign of Americans for the Arts in celebration of #NationalArtsAndHumanitiesMonth.
Raise your voice by sharing how the arts and humanities have shaped your life, community, or identity.
#Humanities #StoriesUniteUs
#50Stories50States is a campaign of Americans for the Arts in celebration of #NationalArtsAndHumanitiesMonth.
Raise your voice by sharing how the arts and humanities have shaped your life, community, or identity.
#Humanities #StoriesUniteUs
This National Arts & #Humanities Month, we are highlighting the work of our colleagues across the nation.
Mass Humanities’ interactive timeline, created as a companion to the Smithsonian’s “Voices and Votes” exhibition, celebrates nine key figures who have impacted their state’s history.
Mass Humanities’ interactive timeline, created as a companion to the Smithsonian’s “Voices and Votes” exhibition, celebrates nine key figures who have impacted their state’s history.
Building Blocks of Democracy - Mass Humanities
“Voices and Votes: Democracy in America” is on tour in Massachusetts April 2025 - Jan. 2026. Learn about fascinating leaders in our history.
masshumanities.org
October 8, 2025 at 10:18 PM
This National Arts & #Humanities Month, we are highlighting the work of our colleagues across the nation.
Mass Humanities’ interactive timeline, created as a companion to the Smithsonian’s “Voices and Votes” exhibition, celebrates nine key figures who have impacted their state’s history.
Mass Humanities’ interactive timeline, created as a companion to the Smithsonian’s “Voices and Votes” exhibition, celebrates nine key figures who have impacted their state’s history.
“We are a fangless, clawless, furless species, and we survive only in community.”
How a Community of Readers Saved Their Book Festival
#humanities
How a Community of Readers Saved Their Book Festival
#humanities
Opinion | How a Community of Readers Saved Their Book Festival
www.nytimes.com
October 7, 2025 at 6:55 PM
“We are a fangless, clawless, furless species, and we survive only in community.”
How a Community of Readers Saved Their Book Festival
#humanities
How a Community of Readers Saved Their Book Festival
#humanities
The Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study’s inaugural competition for fellowships is open.
Launched by Miguel Tamen (NHC Fellow, 2010–11), the Gulbenkian is an independent institute in Portugal that supports communities of fellows for limited periods. Apply by Oct 15.
Launched by Miguel Tamen (NHC Fellow, 2010–11), the Gulbenkian is an independent institute in Portugal that supports communities of fellows for limited periods. Apply by Oct 15.
Fellowships Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study
Apply for a research opportunity at the GIAS in Lisbon. Submit your application for the academic year 2026/27.
gulbenkian.pt
October 2, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study’s inaugural competition for fellowships is open.
Launched by Miguel Tamen (NHC Fellow, 2010–11), the Gulbenkian is an independent institute in Portugal that supports communities of fellows for limited periods. Apply by Oct 15.
Launched by Miguel Tamen (NHC Fellow, 2010–11), the Gulbenkian is an independent institute in Portugal that supports communities of fellows for limited periods. Apply by Oct 15.
Calling artists, scholars, educators, and other #humanities practitioners!
We invite you to submit event proposals for the 2026 #BeingHumanFestUS, a public humanities initiative for diverse, non-academic audiences across the U.S.
Learn more about the Festival & how to apply: bit.ly/3Iq7Z8Q
We invite you to submit event proposals for the 2026 #BeingHumanFestUS, a public humanities initiative for diverse, non-academic audiences across the U.S.
Learn more about the Festival & how to apply: bit.ly/3Iq7Z8Q
October 2, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Calling artists, scholars, educators, and other #humanities practitioners!
We invite you to submit event proposals for the 2026 #BeingHumanFestUS, a public humanities initiative for diverse, non-academic audiences across the U.S.
Learn more about the Festival & how to apply: bit.ly/3Iq7Z8Q
We invite you to submit event proposals for the 2026 #BeingHumanFestUS, a public humanities initiative for diverse, non-academic audiences across the U.S.
Learn more about the Festival & how to apply: bit.ly/3Iq7Z8Q
October is National Arts and Humanities Month. To celebrate, we are spotlighting some of the amazing and important work being done by our colleagues in communities across the US. Stay tuned for featured initiatives from our peers nationwide.
#NAHM #Humanities #ArtsAndHumanities
#NAHM #Humanities #ArtsAndHumanities
About Humanities Councils - Federation of State Humanities Councils
Programs that Serve All Americans Humanities councils are exemplary of the strongest public/private partnership. Funds distributed to the councils by NEH are locally controlled and used by councils to...
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October 1, 2025 at 9:23 PM
October is National Arts and Humanities Month. To celebrate, we are spotlighting some of the amazing and important work being done by our colleagues in communities across the US. Stay tuned for featured initiatives from our peers nationwide.
#NAHM #Humanities #ArtsAndHumanities
#NAHM #Humanities #ArtsAndHumanities
Can we disagree without division?
Journalist Jane Ferguson will join philosopher Cornel West and legal scholar Robert P. George for a conversation about respectful debate on the questions that matter most.
Register for the livestream: bit.ly/3VJKKJY
Journalist Jane Ferguson will join philosopher Cornel West and legal scholar Robert P. George for a conversation about respectful debate on the questions that matter most.
Register for the livestream: bit.ly/3VJKKJY
September 30, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Can we disagree without division?
Journalist Jane Ferguson will join philosopher Cornel West and legal scholar Robert P. George for a conversation about respectful debate on the questions that matter most.
Register for the livestream: bit.ly/3VJKKJY
Journalist Jane Ferguson will join philosopher Cornel West and legal scholar Robert P. George for a conversation about respectful debate on the questions that matter most.
Register for the livestream: bit.ly/3VJKKJY