Black History Month in Great Britain: A Global Story

Every October is Black History Month UK. The history of Black Britain is interconnected to other global histories, which makes it extremely vital. This brief blog piece highlights just a few of the interconnections to other histories that a study of Black British history reveals.

My Journey into Black History

This year marks the 100th commemoration of Black History Week and Black History Month. Join Dr. Eric Washington, Professor of History and Director of Africana Studies, as he reflects on his journey of discovering his own family history. "This journey into Black History has been divinely ordered. It is truly my calling."

Karin Maag to Receive Honorary Doctorate from the Theological University of Utrecht in the Netherlands

On December 6, 2024, Karin Maag, director of the H. Henry Meeter Center for Calvin Studies, will receive an honorary doctorate from the Theological University of Utrecht. This post contains an excerpt from an article published by Matthew Kucinski. Read the full story on Calvin News.

New alumni book: A Short History of the National Parks: The Southeast

by Will De Man ('21) We are delighted to share this post by Calvin History grad Will De Man ('21). Will, now a history teacher, launched @NationalParkHistory on Instagram, where he combines his love of history with his skills as a teacher to create short, engaging videos on the history of the parks. He built …

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