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Contemporary History Institute

Contemporary History Institute

Contemporary history students and faculty explore the historical impact of recent world events on today's contemporary landscape. They seek interdisciplinary perspectives about the period in world affairs from World War II to the present.

To broaden the conversation about contemporary history with colleagues and the community, the institute hosts eminent speakers throughout the academic year plus the annual Baker Peace Conference each spring.

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Contemporary History Institute events are free open to the campus and community.

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2025 Baker Peace Conference: After Saigon’s Fall: The Postwar Decade (1975-1985)’ event date Thursday, February 20 event time 3:00 PM — 9:00 PM event location Walter Hall
2025 Baker Peace Conference: After Saigon’s Fall: The Postwar Decade (1975-1985)’ event date Friday, February 21 event time 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM event location Walter Hall
Contemporary History Institute | Dr. Ji Young Choi event date Thursday, April 3 event time 4:30 PM — 6:00 PM event location Bentley Hall
‘I Too Was There:’ Gifford B. Doxsee, Kurt Vonnegut, Jr., and their Shared Experiences at Dresden’s Slaughterhouse-Five event date Tuesday, April 8 event time 5:30 PM — 7:00 PM event location Alden Library

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