I’ve let things slide a bit on this blog as I’ve been transitioning into my new role as J. S. Woodsworth Chair in the Humanities at Simon Fraser University. Please stay tuned; the blog will become more active again soon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Meanwhile, here is an interview<\/a> the Global Humanities department carried out with me a little while ago, in which I address Woodsworth’s somewhat contentious legacy, as well as my plans and goals for the position. Click here for the full interview.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" I’ve let things slide a bit on this blog as I’ve been transitioning into my new role as J. S. Woodsworth Chair in the Humanities at Simon Fraser University. Please stay tuned; the blog will become more active again soon. 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