Rumen Genov

Rumen Genov serves as Associate Professor in the Department of History at New Bulgarian University in Sofia, where he teaches Political Systems of Great Britain and USA courses. His academic career spans decades with significant contributions to Bulgarian historiography through research, editorial work, and institutional leadership.

His educational background includes a History degree from Sofia University 'St. Kliment Ohridski' (1973) and PhD in History (1979). Previous positions encompass teaching at Sofia English High School (1972-74), Assistant Professor at Sofia University (1981), Associate Professor (1996), and Department Head of New and Modern History (2000-2005).

Professor Genov's research centers on Modern Bulgarian History (19th-20th centuries), specializing in diplomatic history and Bulgaria's international relations. His work extensively examines Bulgarian-British and Bulgarian-American connections, the evolution of liberalism in Bulgaria, Protestant missionary influence, and critical events like the Eastern Question, Russo-Turkish War, and national unification movements. He analyzes historical narratives through diplomatic correspondence, literary perspectives, and transnational interactions.

His publication record reveals consistent scholarly productivity with thematic clusters: diplomatic history (particularly British and American perspectives on Balkan crises), religious history (Protestant missions and societal impact), and editorial contributions to historical translations. He frequently explores how foreign observers shaped Bulgaria's international image during national liberation struggles.

He maintains active academic engagement as member of the Bulgarian Historical Society (serving on the Board of Directors), Bulgarian Society for British Studies, and European Association for the Study of English (ESSE), contributing to international scholarly networks while advancing Bulgarian historical studies.