Emmanuel Destenay | Arts | Best Paper Award

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Best Paper Award

Silencing Dissent and Eradicating Disloyalty in the Classroom: Identity, Patriotism, and Moral Restraint in Wartime America, 1917–1918
Emmanuel Destenay
Affiliation Sorbonne University
Country France
Article Title Silencing Dissent and Eradicating Disloyalty in the Classroom: Identity, Patriotism, and Moral Restraint in Wartime America, 1917–1918
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Publication Year 2026
DOI 10.1017/S1537781426101686
Scopus 57189625111
ORCID 0000-0002-4760-1992
Documents 17
Citations 10
h-index 2
Award Category Best Paper Award
Event International Research Awards

The Best Paper Award recognizes scholarly publications that demonstrate academic quality, originality, methodological strength, and meaningful contributions to their respective research disciplines. Emmanuel Destenay’s article, Silencing Dissent and Eradicating Disloyalty in the Classroom: Identity, Patriotism, and Moral Restraint in Wartime America, 1917–1918, examines the relationship between educational institutions, political dissent, national identity, and patriotism during the First World War. [1]

Abstract

This article examines the suppression of political dissent anthe enforcement of loyalty within American educational institutions during the First World War, particularly between 1917 and 1918. It explores how teachers, academic organizations, and educational authorities responded to wartime expectations concerning patriotism, national identity, and professional responsibility. [1]

Keywords

American History, World War I, Educational History, Academic Freedom, Political Dissent, Patriotism, National Identity, Wartime Education, Teachers, Professional Responsibility, Democratic Education, Freedom of Expression, Progressive Era, Intellectual Freedom, Political Loyalty. [1]

Introduction

The United States’ participation in the First World War created significant changes in political culture, public institutions, and educational practices. Teachers and university academics faced increasing expectations to demonstrate loyalty to national objectives, while expressions of political disagreement could attract institutional scrutiny.[1]

Scientific Background

The historical background of the study concerns the relationship between national security, public education, and freedom of expression during wartime America. Following the country’s entry into World War I, government policies and public expectations placed increased emphasis on national unity and patriotic conduct. Educational institutions became important settings in which questions of loyalty, citizenship, and political disagreement were addressed.[1]

Research Methodology

The article employs a historical research approach to examine educational and institutional responses to dissent during 1917–1918. Its analysis considers historical developments, institutional debates, professional organizations, and contemporary expectations concerning patriotic conduct. The study investigates how teachers, educational administrators, and academic associations interpreted professional responsibility during wartime. [1]

Key Findings

The research highlights how wartime expectations of loyalty influenced teachers and academic institutions in the United States. It examines the ways political dissent could be interpreted as disloyalty and how educational organizations responded to pressures for patriotic conformity [1]

Research Contributions

The article contributes to the study of American educational history by examining how wartime political conditions influenced professional expectations and institutional practices. Its discussion connects classroom experiences with broader academic debates about patriotism, political loyalty, and freedom of expression. [1]

Scientific Impact

The article has relevance to historical scholarship concerning education, political culture, and democratic freedoms. Its examination of wartime educational institutions provides context for understanding how political emergencies can influence professional independence and public expressions of disagreement. The supplied Scopus profile records 17 documents, 10 citations, and an h-index of 2. [2]

Award Suitability

The featured publication demonstrates characteristics relevant to consideration under the Best Paper Award category of the International Research Awards. These include its focused historical investigation, engagement with educational and institutional questions, scholarly discussion of wartime political culture, and contribution to research on academic freedom.[3]

Conclusion

Emmanuel Destenay’s article provides a historical examination of the relationship between political dissent, patriotism, educational institutions, and professional responsibility during the First World War. By focusing on wartime America between 1917 and 1918, the study explores how national expectations influenced teachers and academic organizations. [1]

References

  1. Destenay, E. (2026). Silencing Dissent and Eradicating Disloyalty in the Classroom: Identity, Patriotism, and Moral Restraint in Wartime America, 1917–1918. The Journal of the Gilded Age and Progressive Era. Cambridge University Press.
    https://doi.org/10.1017/S1537781426101686
  2. Scopus. (n.d.). Emmanuel Destenay: Author Profile, Author ID 57189625111. Elsevier Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57189625111
  3. Cambridge University Press. (2026). The Journal of the Gilded Age and Progressive Era. Cambridge Core.
    https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/journal-of-the-gilded-age-and-progressive-era

Godswill Ufere | Arts | Young Researcher Award

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Young Researcher Award

Godswill Ufere
Affiliation Independent Scholar
Country Nigeria
Documents 12
Subject Area Arts
Event International Research Awards
ORCID 0009-0007-8063-8985

Godswill Ufere is an independent scholar based in Nigeria whose research profile is associated with the field of Arts. With 12 documented research outputs, Ufere’s academic record provides a basis for examining scholarly interests, research contributions, and academic development. The researcher is listed in connection with the Young Researcher Award under the International Research Awards. [1]

Abstract

This article presents the academic profile of Godswill Ufere, an independent scholar from Nigeria associated with the Arts subject area. The research profile records 12 documented research outputs and provides an overview of the available academic identifiers and scholarly information. Ufere is featured in connection with the Young Researcher Award under the International Research Awards. The profile highlights the importance of research engagement, scholarly communication, and continued academic development within the arts. ORCID and Google Scholar links provide access to the researcher’s publicly accessible academic records. This article serves as a concise reference to the available information about the researcher’s academic background and recognition. [1] [2]

Keywords

Godswill Ufere; Young Researcher Award; Arts Research; Independent Scholar; Nigeria; Academic Research; Scholarly Publications; Research Recognition; International Research Awards; ORCID. [2]

Introduction

Research in the arts contributes to the study of cultural expression, creative practices, intellectual traditions, and society. Independent scholars participate in this academic environment through research, publication, and scholarly exchange. Godswill Ufere’s profile is associated with this broad disciplinary area. [2]

Research Profile

Godswill Ufere is identified as an independent scholar from Nigeria. The available profile indicates 12 research documents and identifies Arts as the primary subject area. The researcher’s ORCID record provides a persistent academic identifier for distinguishing and connecting scholarly contributions. [1]

Research Contributions

The reported research portfolio comprises 12 documented outputs. These records provide a starting point for reviewing the researcher’s scholarly activities and contributions. Further assessment of individual publications, research topics, methodologies, and publication venues would help establish the scope and significance of the work. [2]

Publications

The available information records 12 research documents associated with the researcher. Individual publication titles, journal names, publication dates, and DOI identifiers have not been supplied for this article. The Google Scholar profile provides an external source for reviewing indexed scholarly publications and related academic records. [3]

Research Impact

Research impact may be examined through publication activity, citations, scholarly collaboration, and the application of research findings. Although 12 documents are reported in the available profile, citation totals and h-index information have not been provided. These indicators should be verified through an appropriate academic database before drawing conclusions about research influence. [2]

Award Suitability

The Young Researcher Award recognizes emerging scholarly engagement and research development. Godswill Ufere’s profile presents an independent academic background, an Arts subject-area association, and 12 documented research outputs. These details provide relevant information for consideration within an academic recognition programme, subject to the award’s eligibility criteria and evaluation process. [4]

Conclusion

Godswill Ufere’s academic profile represents an independent scholar from Nigeria with a research record associated with the Arts. The reported 12 documents and available academic profile links provide a foundation for further examination of scholarly activities. The Young Researcher Award offers a recognition context for the researcher’s academic engagement and continuing development. [4]

References

  1. ORCID. (n.d.). Godswill Ufere: ORCID researcher record. ORCID.
    https://orcid.org/0009-0007-8063-8985
  2. Google Scholar. (n.d.). Godswill Ufere: Google Scholar profile. Google Scholar.
    https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=gM1gsXoAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=sra
  3. International Research Awards. (n.d.). Official award website.
    https://researchawards.net/
  4. Ufere, G. O. (2026). The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on biblical scholarship: Opportunities and challenges to textual and theological inquiry (Version v1). Zenodo.
    https://zenodo.org/records/21806557

Elaheh Koolaee | Arts and Humanities | Editorial Board Member

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Prof Dr. Elaheh Koolaee | Arts and Humanities | Editorial Board Member

University of Tehran | Iran

Prof. Elaheh Koolaee has held prominent academic and leadership roles throughout her distinguished career at the University of Tehran, where she has served as Professor since 1988. She is the long-standing Director of the Center for Central Eurasia Studies (2005–present) and has twice led the Regional Studies Department (2007–2010; 2015–2019). As Editor-in-Chief of the Central Eurasia Studies Journal and a member of several editorial boards in political science and regional studies, she has significantly shaped scholarly discourse in her field. Her public service includes serving as an Advisor to the Center for Strategic Studies of the Presidential Office (1990) and representing Tehran in the Islamic Consultative Assembly (2000–2004), where she chaired the Iran–Finland and Iran–Russia Parliamentarian Friendship Groups and contributed to national policy through the Commission on Islamic Human Rights, women’s policy councils, and civic and educational bodies. She has also held executive responsibilities within the Participation Front of Iran political party. Academically, Prof. Koolaee has taught extensively across undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs, offering courses on Soviet and Russian politics, Central Asia, Eurasian geopolitics, Iran’s foreign policy, Caspian Sea studies, Third World political and economic issues, and women’s political and social rights. Her international experience includes a fellowship in Edinburgh (2009) and a sabbatical at North Carolina State University in the United States (2011–12). Her research interests span Iran–Russia relations, Eurasian geopolitics, Central Asia and South Caucasus studies, foreign policy analysis, women’s political development in Iran, regionalism and security complexes, as well as science diplomacy and international cooperation.

Profile: Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Koolaee, E., & Hafezian, M. H. (2010). The Islamic Republic of Iran and the South Caucasus republics. Iranian Studies, 43(3), 391–409.

Koolaee, E., & Abedi, A. (2018). Geopolitical components of the Russian foreign policy. Geopolitics Quarterly, 14(49), 1–25.

Koolaee, E. (2014). The impact of the Iraq–Iran war on social roles of Iranian women. Middle East Critique, 23(3), 277–291.

Koolaee, E. (2016). Women in the parliament. In Women, power and politics in 21st century Iran (pp. 137–151).

Koolaee, E. (1997). Politics and government in Central Asia. SAMT Publications.

Koolaee, E., Mousavi, H., & Abedi, A. (2020). Fluctuations in Iran–Russia relations during the past four decades. Iran and the Caucasus, 24(2), 216–232.

Koolaee, E., Ebrahimi, A., & Shirazi, M. S. (2014). Iran and Kazakhstan relations: A geopolitical analysis. Iranian Review of Foreign Affairs, 4(4), 89–112.

Koolaee, E. (2009). Iranian women from private sphere to public sphere, with focus on parliament. Iran and the Caucasus, 13(2), 401–414.

Koolaee, E., & Sedaghat, M. (2017). Ukraine crisis and the Russian military doctrine. Central Eurasia Studies, 10(1), 205–220.

Koolaee, E., & Imani-Kalesar, M. (2010). India’s energy security strategy towards the Caspian Sea region. China & Eurasia Forum Quarterly, 8(1).

Koolaee, E. (2010). Islamic Republic of Iran and the geopolitics of the South Caucasus. Geopolitics Quarterly, 6(17), 75–111.

Koolaee, E. (2008). Iran’s role in energy security at regional and global levels. Iranian Economic Review, 15(28), 95–115.