The Jenny Wormald Lecture

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Dr Jenny Wormald was a prolific historian, whose insightful and impassioned publications on early modern power and society left an indelible impact on the field of Scottish history. Organised by the Scottish Historical Review Trust, this new lecture series will commemorate Dr Wormald's influential work and enduring legacy.

PROFESSOR ELIZABETH EWAN (University of Guelph, Ontario) will deliver the third annual Jenny Wormald lecture: 'Feuding in the Streets? Gender, Crime, and Conflict in Scottish Towns, c. 1500-1600'

It will take place in Glasgow on Friday, 24 October 2025. Go to our news page for booking information and to find out more about Professor Ewen's work. 

Previous Jenny Wormald lectures were given by Dr Fiona Watson (2024) and Professor Jane Dawson (2023). The lectures are published in the Scottish Historical Review.