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general news relating to the Institute
Medieval Women Workshop IV in March
PIMS
The Medieval Women Workshop IV, rescheduled for the end of January 2022, has been tentatively rescheduled again to 4–5 March 2022.
Mellon Fellowships 2022–2023
PIMS
The 1 February applications deadline for post-doctoral Mellon Fellowships for the academic year 2022–2023 is approaching quickly.
PIMS Library Closed
PIMS
In light of the present COVID situation, the PIMS Library will remain closed for now. We plan to re-open on Tuesday 1 February 2022 if the situation has improved.
Institute Mellon Fellows and Visitors: Changes and Opportunities
PIMS
The Academic Council of the Institute would like to announce a new deadline and application form for scholars who are applying to become Institute Visitors, as well as a new teaching opportunity for the Institute’s Mellon Fellows.
Medieval Women Workshop IV in January
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PIMS Library Reopening
PIMS
The PIMS Library has received approval to reopen on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. A set of rules and safety protocols will apply.
The Shook Common Room in September
PIMS
We were hoping to be able to open the Laurence K. Shook Common Room to students and scholars this September, but right now we are keeping an eye on the situation. We will post updates on decisions and protocols on this website, so please check back regularly.
Announcement of New PIMS Praeses
Appointments, PIMS
The Board of Governors of the Pontifical Institute of Mediaeval Studies is pleased to announce the appointment of the Very Rev. Professor Augustine Thompson, O.P. as Praeses, with effect 1 February 2022.
Medieval Women Workshop IV Postponed
PIMS
The Medieval Women Workshop IV, originally scheduled for the end of January 2021, has been postponed to September. Further details are to be announced as the COVID-19 situation becomes more clear.
Mellon Fellowships 2021–2022
PIMS
The 1 February applications deadline for post-doctoral Mellon Fellowships for the academic year 2021–2022 is approaching quickly.
PIMS Library Closure
PIMS
Please be aware that the PIMS library will be closed from today, 23 November 2020, until further notice. This is the policy of both the province and the University.
PIMS Library Reopening
PIMS
After serious deliberations and multiple discussions, the PIMS Library has received approval from the administration of St. Michael’s College to reopen on Monday, September 28, 2020. The Library will be operating at reduced capacity and reduced hours.
Farewell Gathering for Lydia Walker
PIMS
On 19 August, a socially distanced farewell gathering was held for PIMS Research Fellow Lydia Walker, who is returning to Tennessee.
A Virtual Kalamazoo
PIMS, Publications
If this were a normal year, PIMS Publications would be in Kalamazoo, Michigan right now, setting up our booth to display our newly published books at the 55th International Congress on Medieval Studies.
Retirement Party for Barbara North
PIMS
The Institute held a party on 28 January to honour Barbara North, who retired on 31 December after thirteen years as the Institute's Secretary.
PIMS Website WordPress Conversion
Miscellanea, PIMS
We are happy to announce that the Institute website has been converted to WordPress.
PIMS Leadership Transition
PIMS
Dr Richard Alway, after 10 years of voluntary leadership of the Pontifical Institute of Mediaeval Studies, has indicated to the Board of Governors his intention to retire once his successor has been chosen.