Gregory J Kaliss

Gregory J Kaliss is an Assistant Professor of History at Franklin & Marshall College, specializing in 20th-century American cultural history with a focus on sports, music, and racial equality. His research explores how sports have shaped discussions around fairness, citizenship, and social transformation.

• Doctor of Philosophy, History (UNC Chapel Hill, 2008)
• Master of Arts, History (UNC Chapel Hill, 2004)
• Bachelor of Arts, American Studies and History (UNC Chapel Hill, 1998)

His scholarly work bridges sports history with broader socio-political movements, including projects on prison sports programs and Frederick Law Olmsted's public space philosophy. Recent publications examine athlete activism (Colin Kaepernick, Naomi Osaka) and historical intersections of race, gender, and sports.

Key article themes include boxing economics (Ali-Frazier), racial integration in college athletics, and Olmsted's urban design legacy. These works span subfields like media representation, cultural identity, and the socio-political impact of sports.

Active in public engagement, Kaliss serves on the Legacy of Slavery at F&M Study Group and frequently appears as a guest lecturer and radio commentator on topics ranging from hip-hop's origins to Muhammad Ali's legacy.