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Gaines Lecture for Outstanding Research in the Humanities

The Gaines Lecture for Outstanding Research in the Humanities recognizes advances in the Humanities by early career scholars at the University of Kentucky, spotlighting ground-breaking work related to our annual theme. 

The 2026 Gaines Lecture for Outstanding Research in the Humanities will take place on Wednesday February 18, 2026 at 4.00pm. Nominations and self-nominations for this lecture will open on Monday October 6, 2025 and close on Monday December 1, 2026. 

Past Lectures:

  • 2025: Anastasia Todd, Integrating the Disabled Girl: Cripping the Health Humanities