USC-Huntington Early Modern Studies Institute (EMSI)

The USC-Huntington Early Modern Studies Institute (EMSI) is a prestigious institution located in Los Angeles, California. The institute offers a variety of programs and events, including master classes, public lectures, and workshops focused on early modern studies. The EMSI Faculty Fellows and Ph.D. Dissertation Fellow conduct research on a wide range of topics, from European history to gender studies and decolonization. The institute also hosts forums and discussions on subjects such as the origins of capitalism and performance in early modern Iberia. Additionally, the institute acknowledges and respects the Indigenous peoples, specifically the Gabrielino-Tongva and Kizh Nation peoples, who are the traditional caretakers of the land where EMSI is located. With a commitment to academic excellence and cultural awareness, the USC-Huntington Early Modern Studies Institute is a hub for scholarly inquiry and collaboration.