PSU History Dept.

The Penn State History Department, College of the Liberal Arts, @PSULiberalArts

[UNC Press @UNC_Press]

.@HistoryToday On the Spot: featuring Lori D. Ginzberg @PSUHistory, author of the forthcoming TANGLED JOURNEYS: One Family’s Story and the Making of American History (available 9/17/24 wherever e-books and books are sold).

[Smithsonian’s NMAAHC @NMAAHC]

More than 6,500 African American women served during World War II (1939–1945), including Lt. Louise Lomax and Maj. Della Raney of the Army Nurse Corps.

This #VeteransDay, explore their scrapbooks that have been digitized & transcribed by @TranscribeSI: https://t.co/wF5oNeZ7WQ

[National Endowment for the Humanities @NEHgov]

Teachers, this @EDSITEment #K12 lesson plan explores the diversity of Native American tribes and cultures: https://t.co/gf1wo1DuId

#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth

[@richardscenter.bsky.social @RichardsCenter]

Postdoc applications are due WEDNESDAY! Before then, we'll be doing double features to finish our past postdoc celebration series.

Up first is Dr. Mycah Conner, a Richards Center/@ARCPennState postdoc from 2021-2023, who is now Asst. Professor of History at Boston College. 1/3

[Penn State College of the Liberal Arts @PSULiberalArts]

Learn more about @PSULiberalArts’ theme, Moments of Change: Creating a Livable Planet, and various perspectives on #Sustainability by attending the Sustainable Environment and Health Showcase TODAY at 2:30 p.m. in 129 Waring Commons. @penn_state
https://t.co/JNWsNdCE9Y ♻️💚🌱

[Center for Black Digital Research 🖤 #DigBlk @DigBlk]

⚡️Calling all PSU Undergrads⚡️
There is still time to apply before fall break!
Learn more👉 https://t.co/xauEBud1ut

[PSU History Dept. @PSUHistory]

TONIGHT ON @WPSU
Explore Cherokee language archives *in caves* w/ PSU History professor Julie Reed #NativeAmericaPBS
"Language Is Life" looks at how linguistic identity is shaping the future of Native folks across the America.
@PSULiberalArts @IPSA_PSU
https://t.co/PwaJZhbxxM

[PSU History Dept. @PSUHistory]

Incredible post-doc opportunity!

[@richardscenter.bsky.social @RichardsCenter]

🚨 POSTDOC APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED🚨

Wanted to submit an application for the Richards Center postdoctoral fellowships but had too much going on this week? You're in luck! We're extending the deadline to next Wednesday, November 15th! 1/4

Details👇

[PSU History Dept. @PSUHistory]

@PSULiberalArts She led several study abroad programs to Holocaust sites in Europe. She was a much beloved educator, scholar, college leader, and colleague, and she will be missed greatly. Here is a link to Prof. Silverman’s obituary https://t.co/dAj99OyTx6

[PSU History Dept. @PSUHistory]

It is w/ sorrow we report that Professor Willa Silverman – Malvin E. and Lea P. Bank Professor Emerita of French and Jewish Studies, former Head of the Department of French and Francophone Studies, and a wonderful educator, scholar, and colleague – passed away on Sunday, Oct 22.

[PSU History Dept. @PSUHistory]

Prof. Silverman taught at @PSULiberalArts for over 30 yrs, during which time she developed many new courses in French + Jewish Studies, published 3 books and numerous articles (in English + French) and edited several vols + journal special issues on French culture, society & art

[PA Historical & Museum Commission @PHMC]

Congratulations to Amy Fox! Amy is the driving force behind “Trailheads,” the popular blog highlighting the activities & people along the Pennsylvania Trails of History. Thank you, Amy! #HappyRetirement - https://t.co/IjJXkYW55J

[PSU History Dept. @PSUHistory]

@CentreHistory Congratulations!

[Centre Co. History @CentreHistory]

Our updated interpretive signs have been installed! Thank you to volunteer Frank Barksdale for switching these out for us yesterday! Two of the signs are located on the Furnace side of Porter Road across from the Mansion parking lot and one sign is near the circle drive.

[PSU History Dept. @PSUHistory]

Overwhelmed by all your reading? Try the X-ray method. Some great advice here:

https://t.co/ji5G9yWUH4

@PSUHistoryGrad

[Cherokee Nation @CherokeeNation]

Siyo, @Barbie! We are thrilled to introduce the Wilma Mankiller Barbie as part of Barbie’s Inspiring Women series! 💖 You can now order at https://t.co/rC9mdfiEn9!

A special event to celebrate the release of this Barbie will be happening in Tahlequah! Stay tuned for details!

[RECSLAC @recslac]

CFP: Workshop on History of Science and Knowledge in Latin America and the Caribbean for Advanced Graduate Students, 22-26 July 2024. Funding available for 10 students from Latin America, Caribbean, and U.S. Deadline to apply 15 dec 2023. More info: https://t.co/ykc1Kh5Qp5

[Penn State Department of African American Studies @AfAm_PSU]

Penn State campus events celebrate #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth in November
https://t.co/qEdX9QnOW0

[PSU Undergrad Ed @PSU_Undergrad]

Throughout November, the Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity will offer events at the University Park campus to recognize Transgender Awareness Month. Find event information at https://t.co/QYcjr4Wdbr. #PennState