Гостевая лекция профессора Лондонской школы экономики Джанет Хартли на тему «Волга: История величайшей реки России» – 24 октября

Рады сообщить, что 24 октября в 9:10 утра (Нью-Йорк) в рамках курса OSUN «Парадокс России. Интеллектуальная история Российской империи» у нас состоится гостевая лекция профессора Джанет Хартли из Лондонской школы экономики. Профессор Хартли представит свою книгу «Волга. История величайшей реки России», где расскажет о том, как река Волга соединяла различные части имперской России.

Это уникальная возможность углубиться в историческое значение одной из самых известных рек России и понять её роль в формировании прошлого страны. Лекция осветит, как Волга способствовала развитию сложных и разнообразных отношений в пределах империи.

Мы приглашаем студентов из других курсов Smolny Beyond Borders (SBB) присоединиться к этой увлекательной и информативной лекции.

Ссылка на лекцию в Zoom: Присоединиться

Guest Lecture by Professor Janet Hartley on "The Volga: A History of Russia’s Greatest River" – October 24

We are excited to announce that on October 24 at 9:10 AM (New York), as part of the OSUN course "The Russia Paradox: Intellectual History of the Russian Empire", we will be hosting Professor Janet Hartley from the London School of Economics as a guest speaker. Professor Hartley will be discussing her book, The Volga. A History of Russia’s Greatest River, exploring how the Volga River served as a crucial link connecting various regions of Imperial Russia.

This is a unique opportunity to delve into the historical significance of one of Russia’s most iconic rivers and to understand its role in shaping the country’s past. The session will offer insights into the diverse and complex relationships that the Volga facilitated across the empire.

Students from other Smolny Beyond Borders (SBB) courses are warmly invited to join this engaging and informative lecture.

Zoom Link for the Lecture: Join here

RIMA Fellowships for scholars, students and faculty members

The Russian Independent Media Archive (RIMA) is excited to announce opportunities for scholars committed to the preservation of media free from the constraint of the Russian State. The fellowships will be coordinated by Bard College, which has a longstanding commitment to the intersection of higher education and civic participation and is enthusiastic to enhance RIMA's role in academia. Bard's involvement builds on its history of fostering US-Russian academic collaboration, notably through its former partnership with Smolny College. This fellowship not only supports RIMA's mission but also aligns with Bard's broader initiatives to support Russian scholars and students in exile, reinforcing the importance of human rights and civil society in education.

RIMA is offering three distinct opportunities for established scholars and graduate students:

📌 1. RIMA Course Development Fund
Four $2,000 grants are available for faculty members interested in integrating RIMA into their courses, with the aim of fostering media literacy and understanding independent journalism. This is a great way to contribute to preserving Russian independent media while shaping future scholars, journalists, and activists.
Application Deadline: October 28, 2024

📌 2. RIMA MA and Doctoral Virtual Fellowships
Five $3,500 stipends are available for MA and doctoral students who wish to incorporate RIMA into their theses or research. Fellows will receive access to RIMA's resources and expert guidance from Bard College and PEN America.
Application Deadline: October 28, 2024.

📌 3. RIMA Semester Senior Fellowship
Two fellowships, each with a $6,000 stipend and a week-long visit to Bard College, are available for senior scholars and researchers. Fellows will engage in collaborative research with PEN America and Bard College, contributing to RIMA's mission and participating in a residency at Bard.
Application Deadline: October 28, 2024.

Review of applications will take place on a rolling basis with priority given to submissions made prior to October 28th, 2024.

For all the questions please email — [email protected].