Clement Bell Julian

Clement Bell Julian is a Part-Time Lecturer in the Department of History at George Washington University. Her research focuses on federal urban policies during the 1960s, particularly the interplay between law and order policies and home rule efforts in Washington, D.C. She holds a Ph.D. in History (2014) from George Washington University, alongside a J.D. (1982) and M.B.A. (2001) from the University of Chicago.

Her academic expertise spans 19th- and 20th-century U.S. history, public policy, and the unique governance dynamics of Washington, D.C. as a federal city. Julian has taught courses such as 'LBJ & the Battle for the Great Society' and 'History of American Capitalism,' reflecting her deep engagement with 20th-century political and economic structures.

Publications emphasize the Great Society’s impact on urban development, federal-state relations, and D.C.’s political landscape. Her work bridges historical scholarship with policy analysis, notably examining housing legislation, community dissent, and the legacy of urban renewal policies. Julian also serves as Editor of Washington History, the journal of the Historical Society of Washington.

Prior to academia, she contributed to D.C. urban development through roles as a community organizer, economic development planner, and advocate for minority businesses. Her career reflects a commitment to linking historical research with practical urban governance challenges.