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George Chauncey is the DeWitt Clinton Professor of American History at Columbia University. He directs the Columbia Research Initiative on Global History and Sexualities. His work primarily focuses on the history of gender, sexuality, and urban spaces, particularly emphasizing American LGBTQ history. Chauncey gained significant recognition for his book 'Gay New York: Gender, Urban Culture, and the Making of the Gay Male World, 1890-1940', which has received multiple awards for its contributions to social history. He has also authored 'Marriage? A History Shaping Today's Debate on Gay Equality' and has been actively involved as an expert witness in major gay rights cases, including 'Romer v. Evans' and 'Lawrence v. Texas'. He has served as a historical consultant on various public history projects, exhibitions, and teacher training programs, collaborating with institutions like the New York Public Library and the Chicago History Museum. In 2022, he was honored with the John W. Kluge Prize for Achievement in the Study of Humanity by the Library of Congress. Chauncey is committed to advancing the understanding of LGBTQ history and continues to engage in teaching at prestigious institutions.
Department of Anthropology (GSAS)