Forging Ahead

The process of becoming someone other than who we once were is usually slow, almost unnoticeable. But whether deliberate and long planned or sudden and unwilling, the act of retiring is one which can profoundly shift one’s identity and sense of self. This issue records the thoughts, experiences, and even a bit of advice from seven historians who have retired, or will shortly, on how to use the transition to stop, take stock, and even perhaps relax before looking to new horizons.

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Staff

Leland Renato Grigoli, editor
Laura Ansley, managing editor
Alana Venable, research and publications assistant
Alexandra F. Levy, communications manager
Liz Townsend, manager, data administration and integrity

Other Articles

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April 5, 2022

From the Editor

Townhouse Notes, May 2022
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April 6, 2022

From the President

Professor Coach
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April 28, 2022

In Memoriam

Frank D. McCann Jr. (1939–2021)
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May 5, 2022

Member Spotlight, Perspectives Daily

AHA Member Spotlight: Jamie L.H. Goodall

May 9, 2022

AHA Activities, Perspectives Daily

Join Us for #AHAReads
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May 12, 2022

Member Spotlight, Perspectives Daily

AHA Member Spotlight: Francena Turner
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May 18, 2022

AHA Activities, Perspectives Daily

Equity and Advocacy
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May 19, 2022

Member Spotlight, Perspectives Daily

AHA Member Spotlight: Paula S. Fass
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May 24, 2022

Perspectives Daily

A Year of Robust Humanities Advocacy
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May 26, 2022

Member Spotlight, Perspectives Daily

AHA Member Spotlight: Dennis J. Dunn

News

April 28, 2022

News

Advocacy Briefs, May 2022