History and American Studies

Senior 485 Info Session – Monday, 8/22, 5 pm

August 19, 2022 by Susan Fernsebner

Mary Washington College Postcard image, circa 1930-1945

“Mary Washington College, Greetings from Fredericksburg,” postcard, ca. 1930-1945. Boston Public Library. [Accessed 19 Aug 2022]

Welcome back!

The History and American Studies Department is holding an information session for all seniors who plan to take a HIST 485 or AMST 485 this coming Monday, 8/22.

The meeting will run from 5 – 5:45 pm in Monroe 210.

Dr. Ferrell will introduce the 485 senior thesis as well as provide helpful strategies and advice for all who will be writing one with their 485 mentors this fall. She will also discuss the History and American Studies symposium in which 485 students present their theses at the end of the semester.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Paid Youth Internship Opportunity with the National Park Service in Fredericksburg This Fall

August 9, 2022 by Will Mackintosh

This fall Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania NMP will be hosting a Community Volunteer Ambassador through the National Park Service’s partnership with Conservation Legacy and AmeriCorps. This program provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural and cultural resources. The Community Volunteer Ambassador (CVA) Program combines the strength of a national leader in conservation service with the National Park Service to train a diverse group of emerging leaders to assist park units in building lasting connections to local communities.

You can find a full description of the position here at Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania NMP here: b0a6b6_c0cc5c1c8f254fda8212d52d0d105dc6.pdf (cvainternships.org)

And more information about the CVA program generally here: Community Volunteer Ambassador (cvainternships.org)

One of the most exciting things about this program is that upon program completion participants receive Public Lands Corps Hiring Authority which means that they have special hiring eligibility for National Park Service and other federal permanent positions.

Summer Internship: Booker T. Washington National Monument

April 20, 2022 by Susan Fernsebner

History and American Studies Symposium, April 22

April 12, 2022 by Steven Harris

History and American Studies Symposium

University of Mary Washington – Department of History and American Studies
Friday, April 22, 2022.

SESSION ONE. Monroe 210. 9 AM—Art, Politics, and Cinema in American Life

Moderator: Dr. Will Mackintosh

Bonnie L. Akkerman, “Courage and Cowardice as Depicted in WWI Films”

Carson Berrier, “How the AfriCOBRA Movement Art Helped Redefine the ‘Black Aesthetic’”

Antonio Hicks, “The Commodification of Black Power”

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Talking History (3/16): Dr. Whitney Stewart – “Historians Beyond the Archive”

March 15, 2022 by Susan Fernsebner

The War in Ukraine–Panel Discussion and Q&A on Wed., March 9, 4pm

March 2, 2022 by Steven Harris

Along with much of the world, our community is shocked at Russia’s recent invasion of Ukraine, the humanitarian crisis of this war, and the effects it will have on global security and the global economy. To discuss these recent events, a panel discussion followed by Q&A about the war in Ukraine will be held on Wednesday, March 9, 4pm. Please contact Prof. Harris (sharris at umw.edu) for the zoom link.

Mt. Vernon Historic Trades Summer Internship (deadline 2/11)

January 10, 2022 by Susan Fernsebner

George Washington’s Mt. Vernon: Historic Trades Summer Internship
Now Accepting Applications (deadline Feb. 11)

This internship provides an opportunity for undergraduate students to become immersed in 18th-century history, agriculture, and industry.

Eligibility: This program is open to undergraduate students who have completed at least one year of college as of June 6, 2022, and will not have graduated as of June 6, 2022.

Benefits: This is a paid internship, and interns receive reimbursement for travel expenses to and from Mount Vernon. The Historic Trades department generally takes interns on two field trips to historic sites in the region.

Requirements: This position requires the ability to work outdoors in hot and humid weather; to do rigorous physical activity including demonstrating 18th century farming methods, field work, and milling; to work in a dusty environment; to lift and carry 50 pounds; to work with 18th century tools and implements; to conduct hands-on activities; and to greet and talk with numerous guests of all ages.

For full information and application link, see here.

Questions? Contact: GWEntrepreneur@mountvernon.org