Sochi and the Lessons of Russian History

by Bruce Berglund Every so often, current events overtake a history class.  The event itself might be clearly historic—like the resignation of a pope. Or it can be the case that what’s happening in the present resonates so strongly with themes from the past that the professor and students put aside their study of history …

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Why Historical Horizons?

by Will Katerberg Why Historical Horizons and why a blog from a History Department? My colleagues and I have lots to do. We teach classes and supervise students doing research papers and honors theses. We serve on committees and as administrators. We go to conferences, present papers, and meet publishers. We travel to do research, …

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