The
Global Lincoln
A three-day seminar in cooperation with
Lincoln's Legacy: An International Conference
July 3-July
5, 2009
St.
Catherine's College, Oxford University
More than any other American figure,
Abraham Lincoln became after his death a global figure,
one who spoke – and continues to speak –
to peoples across the world. Co-sponsored by the Abraham
Lincoln Bicentennial Commission and the University
of Oxford, “The Global Lincoln” will
explore the international legacy of the Sixteenth President
in the bicentenary of his birth.
Twenty teachers will be chosen to attend
the seminar and conference. Participants will meet daily
to discuss the presentations and develop document-based
teaching strategies.
For more information on the conference
please visit: http://www.rai.ox.ac.uk/lincoln/Home.html
TRAVEL
Participants may fly into London Heathrow Airport, Gatwick
Airport, or London Stansted Airport. Each Airport provides
service to Oxford by bus.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Workshop participants will be housed at St. Catherine's
College. Participants will have their own bedrooms but
may share a bathroom and common areas. All participants
will be provided with linens and towels. Please note
that participants should plan to bring alarm clocks,
shower shoes, hangers, irons, and hair dryers.
MEALS
Meals will be served on campus in spaces that may be
shared with other programs. All meals are paid for by
the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History.
TEMPERATURE AND
CLOTHING
In July the temperatures range in the 60s and 70s. Since
it is difficult to predict the weather, pack articles
of clothing that may be layered to accommodate a range
of temperatures. In case of rain, be sure to pack an
umbrella. Dress is casual during the day. Since you
will be doing some walking, be sure to pack a pair of
comfortable walking shoes and a hat or other head covering.
STIPEND
Participating teachers will receive a stipend of $500
to help cover travel expenses. All participants are
required to attend all workshop sessions to receive
full stipends. Participants who do not complete the
full tenure of the project will receive a reduced stipend.
We will present stipend checks to participants prior
to departure. Stipends are taxable. Reporting is the
responsibility of the participant.
QUESTIONS?
E-mail seminars@gilderlehrman.org
or call 646-366-9666.
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