The Humanities Center Winter Research Institute provides intellectual community and support for students working on individual research projects in history, philosophy, literature, media, cultural studies, religion, anthropology, classics, rhetoric, modern languages, and other humanities subjects.
In 2025, the Winter Research Institute will take place in one of the world's most famous archives: the British Library in London, England. The Archives and Artifacts: Introduction to Humanities Research in London class allows students to journey to London from January 3-17, 2026. Students will work with Kimberly Hamlin, Professor of History, earning three-credits in HUM 490/HUM 590.
A brief description of the program follows. For a full description of all details, including application instructions, please visit this page.
This interdisciplinary workshop immerses students in archival and humanities research at the British Library—the world’s largest research collection—and other major London archives such as the London School of Economics and the Wellcome Collection. Open to all students (especially those pursuing honors, thesis, or capstone projects), the program combines guided instruction with independent research, helping participants make significant progress on their projects. Students will explore critical questions about archives—whose stories are preserved or overlooked—while experiencing London’s cultural landmarks and connecting with Miami University alumni.
Applications now being accepted on a rolling basis; apply today!
