Historical Assumptions, Conceptual Illusions, and Other Lessons Learned by Thinking from the Margins

This talk explores the sorts of assumptions that are implicit in our historical narratives and analytical concepts and thinks about how we might reframe our assumptions if we think from the margins. Grounded in the lessons from the history of Africa, this talk asks us to reflect on what we think we know, where that knowledge comes from, what else is possible when we challenge the story we tell ourselves and others about the past, and why inclusive and challenging history education matters.

Presented by Dr. Jennifer Hart, Virginia Tech