Research

Medieval studies undergraduates work closely with faculty who are experts in their fields. Explore the world through art, languages, manuscripts, literature, architecture, religion, gender history, politics, and more.


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The field of medieval studies is extraordinarily interdisciplinary, with our faculty members often engaging in research across multiple disciplines. Looking for a faculty mentor or expert in the Medieval Studies Program? Discover the topics of interest on which our faculty are conducting research.

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Humanities News

June 13, 2024
CREATIVE WRITING, ENGLISH - This June, we celebrate Pride Month and the diverse identities of alumni identifying as LGBTQ+. Three College of Arts and Sciences alumni — Whitney Donielson, English, '11; Kevin Thomas, biology, '85; and Morgan Thomas, creative writing, '16— are featured in the UO Alumni Association's Shout publication.
May 20, 2024
ROMANCE LANGUAGES - Faculty members have published new research related to the Spanish language in three different countries: Bolivia, Chile and Peru.
May 7, 2024
COMPARATIVE LITERATURE, SPANISH - Leah Middlebrook, associate professor of comparative literature and Spanish for the College of Arts and Sciences, has been appointed as the new director of the Oregon Humanities Center. Her new position starts July 1, 2024. Middlebrook brings a rich humanities background to the position and she said the position is an honor she takes seriously.