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Wesley B. Chaney is an Associate Professor of History at Bates College, specializing in the environmental, social, and legal history of the Qing Empire (1644-1912). He holds a Ph.D. in History from Stanford University, an M.A. in East Asian Studies from Stanford, and a B.A. in History from Davidson College.
- Education:
- Ph.D., History, Stanford University
- M.A., East Asian Studies, Stanford University
- B.A., History, Davidson College
His research focuses on the Sino-Tibetan borderlands, exploring legal disputes, resource conflicts, and social transformations. He teaches courses such as 'Environmental History of China,' 'China in Revolution,' and 'Global Chinese Food.' His forthcoming book Forgotten Hills (Cambridge University Press) examines imperial expansion’s impact on frontier communities.
Chaney advises senior theses on topics like Chinese migration, CCP rural policies, and the Silk Roads. He actively engages in community-engaged learning and equity initiatives at Bates.
