Fall 2024 & Spring 2025: Discover. Learn. Innovate Unlock the Hidden Stories! Join the Research on Early Modern Women in the Americas, the Philippines and the Iberian Peninsula.

Are you ready to dive into the untold stories of women who shaped history but were left out of the textbooks? Join our vibrant research team and contribute to groundbreaking work that redefines what we know about the Early Modern period. This is more than just a history project; it’s a journey into the lives of diverse women whose voices are waiting to be heard.

What Will You Do?

* Explore historical digital archives and collections, and rare manuscripts databases to uncover the experiences of women in the Americas, the Philippines and the Iberian Peninsula.

* Learn about the history, the cultures, and the literatures of these geographical areas to develop a multidimensional understanding of these women's lives.

* Collaborate on writing papers, participating in conferences, and producing a documentary series aimed at bringing these stories to a broader audience.

Why Join this Research Project?

* Earn academic experience while working on a project that piques your intellectual curiosity.

* Receive a letter of recommendation to support your educational journey.

* Build your professional network and make new friends!

Please contact Dr. Carmela Mattza (cmattza@lsu.edu) for more information.

Nota Bene: This project is open to LSU students only.