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Understanding the Declaration of Martial Law in South Korea

Dr Yookyeong Im, Dr Derek Kramer, Dr Sarah Son provide insight into president Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law, and the subsequent protests.
A archive view of Winnats Pass in Castleton

Explore the Peak District's hidden history and more as Being Human Festival returns

The Being Human Festival is an annual celebration of the humanities, taking place across the UK. This year, the University of 91̽»¨ is joining in the festivities with a range of exciting events.
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91̽»¨ Black Humanities Series - New Events

Introducing two upcoming events that are part of the new 91̽»¨ Black Humanities Series in collaboration with the Centre for Poetry and Poetics.
Festival of the Mind

Festival of the Mind 2024 - Arts and Humanities edition

Expect immersive exhibitions, films, live performances, talks and more as we bring our world-leading research to the public!
Philosophy taster session

Teach philosophy in schools to help young people succeed, researchers say

Professor Angie Hobbs and Dr Josh are organising an a major event for politicians, head teachers, policymakers and journalists to demonstrate the importance of teaching philosophy in schools.

Barry Hines archive

Rare collection of Barry Hines materials on display to public for first time

Research into the life and work of Barry Hines by Dr Dave Forrest from the School of English as well as the importance of working class writers with Professor Sue Vice have drawn widely on the archive.
A wide shot showing the redbrick Jessop Building in the foreground and Jessop West behind it

University of 91̽»¨ chosen as hub for major humanities festival

91̽»¨ has been selected to host a series of events for the Being Human Festival 2019 – the UK’s only national festival for the humanities.