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The Eisenberg Institute for Historical Studies
The newly endowed Frances and Kenneth Eisenberg Institute for Historical Studies at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor advances historical research and teaching with powerful new tools for supporting visiting scholars, enriching the intellectual climate for faculty and graduate students, and extending knowledge across campus. Through lectures, workshops and other programs designed to foster scholarly exchange, the Eisenberg Institute promises to transform the teaching and study of history at Michigan. All events are open and we welcome faculty, students and visitors.

2007-2008 EIHS Theme: "Topographies of Violence"
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2007-2008 EIHS Theme Description: Topographies of Violence (Word file)

The Thursday series is the core of the Institute's scholarly program. We meet bi-weekly with distinguished guests to examine methodological, analytical, and theoretical issues in the field of history. 4:00-6:00pm, with refreshments, 1014 Tisch Hall unless otherwise noted. Click below for current schedule.

The Friday workshop is an informal workshop or round-table that brings together IHS visitors with UM faculty and graduate students. These discussions focus on current work or historical topics of broad interest. 12:00-2:00pm, with lunch, 1014 Tisch Hall. Click below for current schedule.

EIHS Winter 2008 Newsletter (PDF)

EIHS Winter 2007 Newsletter (PDF)



	Eisenberg Institute for Historical Studies Office: 1521 Haven Hall By Post: 1029 Tisch Hall 435 S. State Street Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1003 Email:eisenberginstitute@umich.edu TEL.: (734) 615-7400 FAX: (734) 615-4370

Along with the academic year 2007-2008, the Eisenberg Institute's Speaker and Workshop Series have come to an end. Join us once again in September when the Institute will continue to explore the theme of Topgographies of Violence with two more semesters of exciting guests and conversations.

Take a look at our provisional schedule for Fall 2008. Events kick off on September 11-12 with a visit from Cornell historian Isabel Hull, and continue through the first week of December. Mark your calendars and we'll see you on Thursdays and Fridays during Fall term.

Fall 2008 Schedule (PDF)


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