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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

The Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute was a wonderful, transformative experience.

GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute: So far, YSTI participants have heard from experts, visited sites, and read about Indigenous pedagogy. With two days remaining in the Institute, participants now move to working on their collaborative projects.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Professor David W Blight will be testifying this morning at 10am EDT before the House Committee on the Smithsonian. Here is the link to the livestream: m.youtube.com/watch?v=J-Q4....

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“Oversight of the Smithsonian: Radical Revisionism at the National Museum of American History”

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

As we continue in the second week of the YSTI, we focus on pedagogical tools.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Last week, teachers participating in the Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute had first-hand accounts of Indigenous Pedagogy. They visited tribal nations, museums, and farms, learning from Indigenous leaders. This week, the teachers move to applying the information.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we focus on the Narragansett Tribal Nation. YSTI participants will visit the Narragansett Church as they consider monumental narratives, settler colonialism, and the ways that lived experiences can inform our practices in the classroom.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we focus on the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and the Pequot War. This includes an emphasis on federal versus state recognition.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Today, YSTI participants visit the Eastern Pequot Tribal Nation. One of the earliest tribal reservations in the country, the Eastern Pequot Reservation was established in 1683, and the tribe has occupied the land since 1670.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Today marks the first full day of the YSTI, and it is one focused on grounding and reflection. We start with a discussion of Tribal Nations of Quinnehtukqut. In the afternoon, Sandy Grande provides the keynote address: “Unsettling Knowledge: What Does It Mean to Learn?”

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Tricia Schiffer, an educator with 28 years of experience. She worked as a lab technician and field assistant for Archaeological Research Specialists before obtaining her Master’s degree in Elementary and Special Education.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Sebastian Sanders, a public charter high school teacher in Fall River, MA. He works to develop critical curricula focusing on stories, love, and solidarity.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Anais Rosario, a 4th grade teacher at Linden Street School in Plainville Community Schools. She prioritizes building strong relationships and creating a culturally-inclusive classroom environment.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Amani Rogers, a high school mathematics teacher with decades of classroom experience and a deep commitment to advancing equity in mathematics education.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Dashaan Perry, a native of New Haven, CT. A teacher at Amistad Elementary School, Mr. Perry believes in creating an inclusive classroom where all students feel comfortable to learn and grow.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Sarah Field, who teaches environmental science at Common Ground High School in New Haven, a school focused on principles of sustainability and justice.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Natasha Woodward, a STEAM teacher with New Britain Public Schools, working with K-5 students. She enjoys creating hands-on learning experiences that allow students to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Sonia Mitchell, a national education leader, AI strategist, and curriculum designer with over 20 years of experience bridging technology, equity, and justice in K–16 classrooms.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight John Montanaro, a 5th and 6th grade Social Studies teacher in Guilford, CT. He has learned that some of the most important changes in his teaching come from listening and continuing to learn.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Suzanne McGough, the Native American Academic and Cultural Coordinator for Lake Shore CSD. She collaborates closely with local Indigenous community members to bring Indigenous knowledge, traditions, and perspectives into classrooms.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Lauren Marchello, a Modern Global Studies and United States History teacher. She encourages student to connect history to modern events while recognizing the enduring responsibility we share for our community and its land.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Stephanie Sperber, a passionate and dynamic educator whose teaching blends intellectual rigor with authentic engagement. Her classroom is a space where empathy meets analysis.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Gabriella Malta, an 11th and 12th grade learning support teacher. At the YSTI, Ms. Malta is looking forward to increasing her knowledge of Indigenous lands and people, as well as sharpening her skills in interdisciplinary pedagogy.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Jenifer Maglicic, an educator with nearly two decades of experience teaching US Government across diverse learning environments.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Rachel Madera, a 5th grade Reading and Humanities teacher. She brings a community-centered approach to education and youth development and is passionate about building meaningful connections among students, schools, and communities.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Jonathan Lopez, a high school Social Studies teacher in West Haven, CT. His motivation for teaching comes from a desire to help students understand the full complexity of American history.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Sean Hutchinson, a Multimedia Specialist at Westover Arts Magnet School, where students explore dance, music, and drama, among others. He became an educator to be the teacher he didn't know he needed until much later in life.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Amber Harrison, a 3rd grade teacher for Region 16 Public Schools. She is committed to creating a classroom environment where all students have equal opportunities to learn.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Regina Gatmaitan, a 6th grade Social Studies and Science teacher. Through her participation in the YSTI, Ms. Gatmaitan looks to ground her students' geographical and historical understanding of New England’s indigenous communities.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Elizabeth Evans, social studies teacher from Northern Virginia who teaches World History, AP US History, and IB Geography. At the YSTI, Ms. Evans looks forward to learning with new colleagues and collaborators.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Sarah DeFeudis, a fifth-grade teacher in New Haven, CT. She likes to use primary sources and hands-on projects so students can uncover voices that often get left out.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

As we celebrate Juneteenth, their experiences are another reminder that the work of preserving the story of enslaved people is a year round effort and that K-12 educators play a vital role. See our 2025 Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute Recap Video here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTCq...

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Yale and Slavery and Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Rachel Sharnick, a high school social studies teacher in New Haven, CT. She participated in previous Yale and Slavery Teachers Institutes and looks forward to further developing her understanding of Indigenous pedagogy.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Yale and Slavery and Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Chrisshaya Champagnie, an 8th-grade Social Studies educator dedicated to illuminating the interwoven histories of African American and Native American peoples.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Yale and Slavery and Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Darlene Calderón, a secondary English language arts educator. At the Institute, she hopes to develop an interdisciplinary unit that authentically honors Indigenous practices, epistemologies, and histories.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Yale and Slavery and Teachers Institute Spotlight: Today, we highlight Rebecca Boudreau, a high school ESL teacher who works with English language learners. During the YSTI, she looks forward to engaging in workshops, hands-on experiences, and conversations with people in the community.

A picture and description of a Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute participant.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

The 2026 Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute is one month away! The focus this year is Indigenous Pedagogy: Braiding Knowledge, Land, and Story across the Curriculum. Each day, we will highlight teachers who are participating. Check back for more information.

Information about the 2026 Yale and Slavery Teachers Institute

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Is the United States on the Road to a New Civil War? Fritz Stern Lecture, The American Academy in Berlin David W Blight will examine this history, especially the decade that led to the Civil War, as a possible means of understanding where we are today. www.americanacademy.de/event/is-the...

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Is the United States on the Road to a New Civil War? - American Academy in Berlin

Fritz Stern Lecture Is the United States on the Road to a New Civil War? The question has arisen in recent years in a manner unseen since at least the 1960s. Gi

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Yesterday's issue of the weekly GLC newsletter is online at view.message.yale.edu?vawpToken=5T... To receive the newsletter in your inbox visit subscribe.yale.edu/browse?searc... and search for Gilder Lehrman

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

TODAY: Yale-GLC Frederick Douglass Book Talk: Marlene Daut’s "Awakening the Ashes" and Sara E. Johnson’s "Encyclopédie noire" 320 York Street, Rm 276, New Haven Nov 19 4:30 to 5:30pm Register for in person attendence: yalesurvey.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... Online: yale.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

David Blight talks with fellow academics on how they must fight to preserve our history AND democracy. With David W. Blight, Yale University; Geraldo Cadava, Northwestern University; Edward Ayers, University of Richmond; and Molly Worthen, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.

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Trump Versus History II

How Trump is trying to change our sense of who we are.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

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Trump Versus History II

How Trump is trying to change our sense of who we are.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Yale University’s Gilder Lehrman Center for the Study of Slavery, Resistance, and Abolition today has announced the finalists for the twenty-seventh annual Frederick Douglass Book Prize macmillan.yale.edu/glc/stories/...

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Yale Announces 2025 Frederick Douglass Book Prize Finalists

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The New Republic @newrepublic.com · 17/09/2025

In the wake of Kirk's death, GOP leaders have joined denizens of right-wing social media in using the language of “civil war." Today marks the 163rd anniversary of the largest-scale American mass killing. If we continue down this path, we could face an Antietam of our own making. trib.al/M8HqDYb

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Equal Justice Initiative @eji.org · 17/09/2025

On this day in 1630, the Virginia Assembly sentenced Hugh Davis, a white man, to be whipped for having a relationship with a Black person.

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Sep. 17, 1630 | White Man Whipped for Interracial Relations in Colonial Virginia

Learn more about our history of racial injustice.

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GLC at Yale @yaleglc.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

GLC@Lunch with Hannah Sophia Hörl Revisiting June Jordan’s 'Skyrise for Harlem' (1965) and 'His Own Where' (1971) as Cultural Interventions in Poetic Form September 17 12:00 to 1:15pm Rosenkranz Hall, Rm 241, 115 Prospect Street, New Haven Join us online at yale.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

photo of June Jordan, subject of Hanna Sophia Hörl's Sept. 17 talk

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