Archive: History
101 Articles
- Faculty in the Media
‘Capitalism’s Not Working’: Why Democrats Are Turning to Socialism
Michael Kazin, a professor of history, told Financial Times that socialism failed to make the same kinds of inroads in the U.S. as it did in Europe because of the success of…
August 16, 2026
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2026 Chester Gillis Award Winners Embrace Being People for Others
The College of Arts & Sciences caught up with recent graduates Hallie Sternblitz (C’26) and Matt Gardiner (C’26) as they embark on careers in service of.…
August 13, 2026
- Faculty in the Media
Trump’s Latest Push to Reshape U.S. History? Signs at the Smithsonian
James Millward, a professor of history, said he's been impressed by the Smithsonian's unwavering defense of the work it is. …
August 9, 2026
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The Small, Often Invisible Moments That Matter
Caleb Johnston (G'26) connected with Georgetown’s Prisons and Justice Initiative (PJI) through a practicum requirement in the Master of Arts in American Government.…
July 30, 2026
- Faculty in the Media
Teachers Show Support of Smithsonian After Trump Executive Order
Georgetown University American history professor Chandra Manning cofounded a group called Citizen Historians for the Smithsonian, which uses volunteers to document Smithsonian…
July 27, 2026
- Faculty in the Media
White House Criticizes Smithsonian for ‘Extreme Political Activism’
ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with history professor Chandra Manning about the Smithsonian having to defend itself this week on Capitol.…
July 22, 2026
- Faculty in the Media
The Biggest Winners of the American Economy Fear They’re Sinking Fast
“The rise of AI, especially, is bound to change the workplace radically,” said Georgetown University historian Joseph McCartin. “But the way it’s going to happen is similar to…
July 19, 2026
- Faculty in the Media
How American Socialism Changed, and Stormed the Democratic Party
“This is the first time that a mass socialist organization has had members where almost all of them decide to run as Democrats, instead of running on their own party line,” said…
July 10, 2026
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Books, Songs, Movies and Podcasts to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary
On the semiquincentennial, we reached out to professors across Georgetown to learn more about America’s early roots and its complex history.…
July 1, 2026
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America’s 250th: The Best U.S. History Books, According to College Faculty
Professors in history, government, English, performing arts, psychology and other fields offer their recommendations on books to read…
June 30, 2026