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Dr. Joop W. Koopmans is Associate Professor of Early Modern History at the Faculty of Arts, University of Groningen. His research explores intersections between politics, media, and regional identity in early modern Europe, with a focus on the Dutch Republic and Frisia. He co-edits the Nieuwe Encyclopedie van Fryslân and leads interdisciplinary projects on topics like Authority and Persuasion.
- Co-editor, Nieuwe Encyclopedie van Fryslân (2009–2016)
- President, Royal Frisian Society
- Coordinator, Master History & Heritage Consultancy at University of Groningen
Research Interests
Koopmans’ expertise spans:
- Early modern European media and news representation
- Legitimation of authority through print
- Regional identity formation in the Dutch Republic
- Political pamphlets and public discourse
- Ceremonial culture and historical propaganda
Recent Publications
His work emphasizes media’s role in shaping historical narratives, including analyses of Europische Mercurius frontispieces and 18th-century Dutch newspapers. Books like Early Modern Media and the News in Europe (2018) and Het nieuws verbeeld (2021) highlight his contributions to understanding news as a tool for political and cultural communication.
Scientific Awards
- 2018: Membership, Frisian Academy
Teaching & Supervision
Koopmans lectures in the University of Groningen’s Bachelor and Master History programs and the Erasmus Mundus Euroculture Master’s. He supervises PhD students and participates in peer-review for academic journals.
