Center for Medieval Studies

Our scholars explore the connections of medieval peoples, literatures, languages and experiences across the globe, creating dialogues that investigate historical periods, cultural production, and the modern reception of the Middle Ages.

A 4th grade student holds up an large manuscript page

Making a Medieval Book

Recent News

Apply for an Interdisciplinary Doctoral Fellowship

Applications due to CPS by October 14th!

Apply for a CPS Dissertation Workshop Fellowship

Apply to be a CPS Dissertation Fellow! Applications are Due February 15, 2024.

Bernard Bachrach and History Colleague Kay Reyerson share coffee.

Remembering Professor Bernard Bachrach (History)

The Center for Premodern Studies remembers Professor Bernard (Bernie) Bachrach, an expert in medieval military history, and announces the development of a new award.

Two scenes of medieval craft. On the left, a man kneels tending the fire in a modern experimental bloomery smelt. On the right, a medieval manuscript shows a scribe at work.

Medieval Experiential Learning Series

Join the Center for Premodern Studies for a series focused on learning about the medieval world through primary documents and hands-on experimentation with weaponry, armor…

Manuscript of Poema de Yúçuf, Biblioteca Nacional Madrid

Call for CPS 2023-24 Research Workshops

Apply by June 16, 2023