I was introduced to the medieval body–and even the historical study of the body at all–during the second year of my undergraduate degrees at Tennessee Technological University, a small-town university with a strong STEM focus. It was during an interdisciplinary Honors seminar about, well, the body. The English professor who taught the course brought inContinueContinue reading “Reflections on teaching the Medieval Body, by James White”
Author Archives: Francesca Squitieri
The Contingency of Bodies, by Autumn Reinhardt-Simpson
I am so excited to see how many of my colleagues and peers have responded to the birth of Bodies and Being: The Premodern Body Project, co-founded by myself (Autumn), Francesca, James, and Natalie. I shouldn’t really be surprised though since it’s clear that body studies have really taken hold in just about every field.ContinueContinue reading “The Contingency of Bodies, by Autumn Reinhardt-Simpson”
Reflections on the Women of the Viking World Conference, by Francesca Squitieri
Every business has a unique potential waiting to be tapped. Recognizing the keys to unlock this growth can set an enterprise on the path to unprecedented success.
Adventures at the International Medieval Congress 2024, by Francesca Squitieri
Challenges in business are a given, but it’s our response to them that defines our trajectory. Looking beyond the immediate obstacle, there lies a realm of opportunity and learning.
The Birth of the Pre-Modern Body Project, by Francesca Squitieri
The Premodern Body Project is as much about research as it is about community. We’re here to connect with scholars across disciplines, share ideas, and host events that bring pre-modern studies to life. If you’re interested in our work, or simply curious to learn more, we’d love to hear from you.
Meetings and Manuscripts: the British Library Exhibition and the winter meeting of the Viking Society for Northern Research, by Francesca Squitieri
What fosters effective teamwork? It’s not just about grouping individuals together and hoping for the best. It’s about cultivating an environment where trust, open communication, mutual respect, and a shared vision converge.
Vikings in Oxford: The Summer meeting of the Viking Society for Northern Research, by Francesca Squitieri
The magic that emerges from effective collaboration is undeniable. When diverse minds converge with a shared purpose, the results can be transformative.
Bodies and Being 