Research & Collaboration

1688 city map by Frederik de Wit

Research & Collaboration

Explore opportunities for interdisciplinary research and community engagement in the Department of German, Nordic, Slavic & Dutch.

Collaborative Research

Our department is committed to pursuing interdisciplinary research in depth and expanding interdisciplinary thinking. Whether looking at medieval documents, literary works, visual arts, film or digital productions, we continually explore new ways to understand these texts and other cultural artifacts.

Research & Collaboration

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The German, Nordic, Slavic & Dutch (GNSD) program fosters interdisciplinary research by connecting faculty and graduate students with leading centers and global partners. Through collaborations, funding opportunities, and innovative projects, GNSD supports impactful scholarship that addresses today’s challenges with a strong historical perspective.

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Community Outreach

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The German, Nordic, Slavic & Dutch department supports community outreach through partnerships that advance language education, cultural exchange, and public learning. These collaborations provide students, educators, and the broader community with valuable resources, professional development, and hands-on learning opportunities.

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