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Lucas Morel is Professor of Politics and head of the Politics Department at Washington and Lee University's Williams School, where he holds the John K. Boardman Jr. Professorship. An active scholar and academic leader, Morel has recently been selected for the prestigious ACS Mellon Academic Leadership Fellowship (2025) to lead W&L's 'Liberating Ideas' initiative and will moderate significant academic discussions including the 2025 Fall Academy featuring constitutional law scholars.
Professor Morel's research centers on American political thought, constitutional interpretation, and Lincoln studies, with particular focus on how America's founding principles relate to historical developments regarding race and slavery. His scholarship challenges reductive historical narratives while engaging deeply with primary sources and political philosophy. He is known for his critical analysis of the 1619 Project and his examination of Lincoln's relationship to the American founding.
Morel's publications demonstrate consistent engagement with foundational American political concepts, analyzing how historical understanding shapes contemporary discourse. His work spans traditional academic publications, media commentary, and public intellectual engagement through podcasts and national events.
- ACS Mellon Academic Leadership Fellowship (2025)
As department head, Morel oversees academic programming while maintaining an active research agenda. He delivers endowed lectures such as his March 2024 presentation 'Lincoln, the 1860 Election & The Future of Slavery in America' and participates in national discussions on constitutional values through venues like the National Constitution Center. His leadership extends to university-wide initiatives promoting intellectual exploration of America's founding principles.
Professor Morel's work bridges academic scholarship and public discourse, examining how literature, history, and political philosophy intersect in understanding America's development. His leadership in the Politics Department and university-wide initiatives reflects his commitment to rigorous historical analysis and thoughtful engagement with America's political heritage.
