Jeffrey Auerbach

Jeffrey Auerbach is a Professor of History at California State University, Northridge, affiliated with the College of Humanities. He earned his BA from Oberlin College (1987) and MA/PhD in History from Yale University (1995). His research focuses on cultural and European history, particularly the British Empire's societal and artistic dimensions.

• Education:
  • B.A., Oberlin College (1987)
  • M.A./Ph.D., Yale University (1995)

Professor Auerbach's work explores how cultural phenomena like the 1851 Great Exhibition and imperial boredom shaped British identity. His recent research examines the origins of the British Mandate in Palestine.

His publications and fellowships highlight expertise in British imperial history, art history, and cultural studies. Notable recognitions include a National Endowment for the Humanities grant and CSUN's 2019 Preeminent Scholarly Publication Award.

• Scientific Awards:
  • NEH Grant
  • CSUN Preeminent Scholarly Publication Award (2019)
  • Yale Center for British Art Fellowship
  • Huntington Library Fellowship
  • National Maritime Museum (London) Fellowship
  • Hakluyt Society Fellowship

Currently researching the British Mandate in Palestine, Auerbach continues to contribute to imperial historiography and cultural analysis.