Abolitionism and the Underground Railroad

Colgate University offers a three-week, summer institute from July 7-26, 2024 on Abolitionism and the Underground Railroad (UGRR) in North America from the colonial era through the Civil War. This offering builds upon eight institutes and seminars between 2008-2022. This institute will bring together 25 middle and high school teachers with a director, pedagogy leader, seven guest faculty, and four site hosts. Several guest faculty will speak in-person; others will appear virtually on Zoom.