Ruth J. Simmons Center for the Study of Slavery and Justice
Race, Slavery, Colonialism and Capitalism
This research cluster explores the way that race, slavery, and colonialism have shaped global capitalism. This is a three-year project that is co-led by the Simmons Center and the International Institute of Social History (Amsterdam).
This research cluster is reshaping scholar’s understanding of the history and growth of capitalism and will bring together the best scholars in the world. This is a three year project that is co-led by the Simmons Center and the International Institute of Social History (Amsterdam).
Recent News
News from the Simmons Center
2023 Annual Report Update: Race, Slavery, Colonialism and Capitalism Research Cluster
In a joint project with the International Institute of Social History, the Cluster unites scholars from across continents. Since 2021, the group has met in Amsterdam and Jamaica to examine racial capitalism, colonial rule, and slavery’s lasting impact, fostering global discussions on these interconnected histories.
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Current and Past Faculty, Researchers, and Fellows
Race, Slavery, Colonialism and Capitalism Research Cluster Faculty Leadership
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Anthony Bogues
Inaugural Director, Ruth J. Simmons Center for the Study of Slavery & Justice (on leave July–December 2025); Director, MA in Public Humanities (on leave July–December 2025); Asa Messer Professor of Humanities and Africana Studies -
Pepijn Brandon
Simmons Center Visiting Scholar
Graduate Fellows
Arlin Hill ’27 Ph.D.
Race, Slavery, Colonialism and Capitalism Graduate Proctor (2024–2025)
Race, Slavery, Colonialism and Capitalism Graduate Fellow (2023–2024)