The European Forum on US History invites scholars to present their research in the 2026–2027 seminar series. We welcome proposals on all aspects of US history, especially research exploring global, transatlantic, or comparative perspectives. We particularly encourage applications from scholars based in Europe or engaged with European scholarship on US history. Presentations may include work in progress, new projects, or recently completed research. The seminar series runs from September 2026 through the academic year, with monthly sessions hosted online (and occasionally in hybrid format) by the Forum’s partner institutions across Europe.
Who can apply?
We encourage applications from:
- Advanced PhD candidates
- Postdoctoral researchers
- Early-career scholars
- Established academics
Ideally, applicants should be based in Europe or connected to European scholarship on US history.
Submit:
- Presentation title
- Abstract (max. 300 words)
- Short bio (max. 150 words)
- Affiliation and contact details
- Any scheduling constraints
Send your application as a single PDF to info@ushistoryforum.eu by 28 June 2026. Selected speakers will be notified by early July 2026.
See the full PDF here.
About the Forum
The European Forum on US History is a network of European institutions dedicated to studying the United States from European perspectives. Partner institutions include the Universities of Oxford, Bologna, Warsaw, Southern Denmark, Alcalá, Sciences Po, and the Roosevelt Institute for American Studies.
For further information, please visit https://www.ushistoryforum.eu or contact the Forum Coordinator Gaetano Di Tommaso at: info@ushistoryforum.eu.
