1. Medieval studies originated in a racist, sexist, colonizing institutional context in the long nineteenth century. We must first openly name this problem and identify the origins and Systemic problems. We might even want to make somqe apologies and restrictions >
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2. We must never force minoritized scholars carry the burden of this work or expect them to do it instead or in addition to old school medieval studies. Your advanced degrees mean you are smart and can learn new things. Start educating yourself .
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3. We need to change how we teach. Decolonize your curricula. Change your language requirements. Incorporate an honest critical reading of your racist academic "grandparents" into the framing of your courses.
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