Xenofeminism affirms the potential of technology to open up a radical future – and Humanities lecturer Vicky Margree’s recent article in The Mantle asks whether the controversial 70s feminist was ahead of her time. Continue reading “Shulamith Firestone: xenofeminist before her time?”
Watch a film of Professor Steven Maddison talking about his new appointment at the University of Brighton. Continue reading “Meet the new Head for the School of Humanities”
Research by University of Brighton academics has revealed that Brighton and Hove residents received significant financial compensation after the end of British colonial slavery in the Caribbean. Continue reading “Tracing Brighton’s forgotten slave-owners”
Continue reading ““My tutors were excellent role models who helped to shape my own teaching””
Humanities staff member Jon Watson is one of three University of Brighton lecturers pitting their wits against students in Radio 4 quiz The 3rd Degree on Thursday 31 January – come and watch the recording at the Sallis Benney Theatre. Continue reading “Students vs professors in Radio 4 quiz”
World-leading academics from 43 countries will come together at the University of Brighton later this month (23-29 Jan) for the landmark Radical Futures conference which looks at the rise of populism and the future of democracy. Continue reading “World experts on populism and democracy to gather in Brighton”
Read an abstract from Cathy Bergin and Anita Rupprecht’s piece ‘Reparative Histories: tracing narratives of black resistance and white entitlement’ in the Race & Class journal. Continue reading “Humanities lecturers publish article on black resistance and white entitlement”
The School of Humanities has launched a new Twitter account. Continue reading “Follow our Humanities programme on Twitter!”
Senior lecturer, School of Humanities Andy Knott examines the question on The Conversation. Continue reading “What is populism?”
Come along to the university’s careers fair at the Amex football stadium by our Falmer campus. Download the app for the guide to what’s happening on the day. Continue reading “Careers fair: Weds 7 Nov”
Student grants are available for some final year students who have spent time in the care of a local authority or are care-experienced. Continue reading “Check if you are eligible for a grant available to care experienced students”
On Friday 28 September, the Radio 1 Rave Lounge is coming to Brighton featuring Radio 1’s Annie Mac, Danny Howard and special guest. Book your ticket now! Continue reading “Are you a Brighton Freshtival pass holder?”
For our flagship Black History Month event on 22 Oct, rapper, author, poet and political activist, Akala, is joining us – and we want YOU to ask the questions. Continue reading “Got a question for Akala?”
Robin Dunford, course leader for Globalisation: History, Politics and Culture, told a teaching conference how the course had adapted to reflect a changing society.
Continue reading “Teaching and learning conference hears how course adapts to a changing society”
A University of Brighton graduate has been lighting up London’s most iconic buildings with political slogans. Continue reading “Graduate lighting up London”
This July the School of Humanities has run its first residential summer school. Continue reading “First residential school for School of Humanities”
Connecting research with today’s needs and struggles is an “urgent issue” being discussed at a University of Brighton symposium. Continue reading “Critical Histories symposium ask what role the past has in the present”
This year’s Migrant and Refugee Solidarity (MARS) Group festival evolves around the public reading of short stories from the Refugee Tales series, combining with interviews and discussions. Continue reading “Migrant and Refugee Solidarity Group Refugee Festival”
All welcome Continue reading “CAPPE events for April”
Students and teachers studying American history can access a curated set of resources, links to useful websites and specific documents. Continue reading “Resource for American history studies”
If you weren’t interested before, you should be after this! Continue reading “Why you should choose a placement module at University!”
CAPPE run seminars throughout the year on deeply thought-provoking subjects, featuring fascinating guest speakers from across UK and international academia. View this year’s events. Continue reading “Centre for Applied Philosophy, Politics and Ethics events 2018”
Visual arts can help reduce levels of depression and increase self-respect, according to a new study led by the School of Humanities Professor Alan Tomlinson. Continue reading “Professor looks at link between visual art and tackling depression”
There’s no better way to explore your future study opportunities than by meeting lecturers and researchers at a postgraduate open day. Continue reading “Visit us at our Postgraduate open days”
Humanities students are invited to attend the launch of lecturer Dr Michael Neu’s new book (25 January, 6.30pm, Pavilion Parade) which critically examines forms of direct and structural violence that others may be ‘justly’ subjected to. Continue reading “Michael Neu Just Liberal Violence book launch”
Principal Lecturer Dr Victoria Margree’s new book on the controversial theories of 70s feminist Firestone is set to be published on 29 June 2018. Continue reading “The Radical Feminism of Shulamith Firestone”
It might be cold outside but don’t let that stop you visiting us this winter! Continue reading “Come and visit us this winter!”
University of Brighton Professor of Leisure Studies Alan Tomlinson, along with John Sugden, Professor of the Sociology of Sport, have been honoured for their “high quality and sustained profile of their scholarship.” Continue reading “Humanities professor honoured by North American Society for the Sociology of Sport”
On Thursday 7 December 10am-1pm, the careers service are running drop-in sessions at Pavilion Parade for Humanities students. Continue reading “Careers advice drop-in at Pavilion Parade”
At our Watts building there are specialist facilities for use by all students and staff across the university. Book now! Continue reading “Did you know about these studio facilities?”
Book your free place at this discussion of Tan’s recent series of films at the Royal Pavilion on 16 November.
Continue reading “Lecturers Erika Tan and Dr Lara Perry in conversation”
Held at Edward Street, these lectures – which run from October 2017 to March 2018 – see visiting academics discuss this thought-provoking issue. Continue reading “New lecture series announced: Thinking the Politics of ‘Race’”
Author A.C Grayling will be giving a talk at Grand Parade on November 6. Continue reading “A.C. Grayling talks democracy and its crisis”
The Metacinema Club is hosting an evening of documentaries and discussion exploring film activism at Grand Parade. Continue reading “Shellshock Rock Film screening”
Continue reading “Hospital artefacts collected in university project”