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About HRI

The Humanities Research Institute fosters interdisciplinary study in the humanities, arts, and social sciences at the University of Illinois.

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Latest HRI News

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Research Spotlight: Summer Faculty Fellows

HRI's Summer Faculty Fellows receive support for research projects and course development over the summer months. Read the latest spotlight on their work.

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Jerry Dávila Named Humanities Research Institute Director

Jerry Dávila, an expert in Latin American history and a leader in global humanities, will become the next director of the Humanities Research Institute at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

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“Your Story Matters”: Rita Dove's Inside Scoop

David Prindable Intern Lucy Roller attended the Rita Dove Inside Scoop event and shares her reflections on the experience.

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Fellowships
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HRI supports humanities scholars from across the University of Illinois.

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Opportunity Deadline Who Can Apply
Humanities Gateway Internship Undergraduate Students
Humanities Research Lab Faculty
HRI Summer Faculty Fellowships Faculty
Graduate Fellowship Awards: Application Guidelines Graduate Students
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