Jon Sensbach

Jon Sensbach is a Professor of History at the University of Florida's Department of History. He specializes in early American history, Atlantic World studies, and the intersection of slavery and religion. He has held prestigious fellowships including an NEH Fellowship at the National Humanities Center and an NEH Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Omohundro Institute. His research spans topics such as Black Christianity in the Atlantic World, Afro-Moravian communities in North Carolina, and Caribbean history. Sensbach has authored influential books like Rebecca's Revival and A Separate Canaan, and is currently working on projects about Mary Prince and Camille Pissarro. He teaches courses on colonial America, the American Revolution, and the Black Atlantic.

Education: Ph.D. in Early American History (Duke University, 1991); B.A. (University of Virginia, 1980).

Research focuses on transatlantic religious networks, the African diaspora, and colonial institutions. His work bridges historical analysis with cultural studies, emphasizing marginalized voices and global connections.

Grants/Awards: NEH fellowships, ongoing projects supported by university initiatives. No listed advisees but has taught numerous students in graduate and undergraduate settings.