Dr. Christopher Brown

Professor

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Biography

Christopher Brown is a historian specializing in British history, with a focus on the British Empire during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, comparative history, slavery, and abolition. His current research examines the European experience on the African coast at the height of the Atlantic slave trade, alongside his early work on the rise and fall of slavery within the British Empire. Brown has authored several influential publications including 'Moral Capital: Foundations of British Abolitionism' and contributed to academic journals and books addressing the intersections of slavery and empire. He joined Columbia University in 2007, bringing experience from his previous positions at Rutgers University and Johns Hopkins University. Throughout his career, he has held various leadership roles, such as Director of Society Fellows in the Humanities and has received several awards recognizing his mentoring prowess for doctoral students. His teaching covers a broad range of topics, including British Empire history, Atlantic slavery, and comparative histories of abolition.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2007-01-01 — Present

Columbia University • New York

Teaching courses on British history, slavery, and abolition, while supervising doctoral students.

Faculty

— Present

Rutgers University • New Jersey

Engaged in teaching and research in history.

Faculty

— Present

Johns Hopkins University • Maryland

Taught courses and conducted research in comparative history.

Awards

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Frederick Douglass Prize

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Morris D. Forkosch Prize

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James Rawley Prize

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Douglass Adair Memorial Award

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National Finalist White House Fellowship

Courses

Slavery World History Atlantic Slave Trade British Empire Contemporary Civilization II England and the Wider World, 1500-1800 Comparative Slavery Abolition Imperial Britain

Requirements for Columbia University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
Application Checklist
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  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV or Resume
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Department of Anthropology (GSAS)