Réka Krizmanics in Bielefeld: Lecture on historical knowledge in late socialism

Event: Lecture by Réka Krizmanics: Historical Knowledge Production Cultures in Late Socialist Hungary and Croatia. Expertise Unsettled in Universität Bielefeld, Gebäude X, Raum X E0 - 211 on 20. May 2026

Date and Time

20. May 2026 12:00

Location

Universitätsstraße 24/Gebäude X
Gebäude X, Universitätsstraße 24/Gebäude X, 33615 Bielefeld, Deutschland

Price

Free

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A clever look at knowledge production in late socialism

The lecture by Dr. Réka Krizmanics on May 20, 2026, at the University of Bielefeld delves into the cultural and historical struggles of interpretation during late socialism in Hungary and Croatia. As part of the colloquium on History Cultures, this scholarly event unfolds a literary-connected discussion that precisely explores concepts such as expertise, memory, and historical narration. The event is open to the public and takes place in Building X, Room X E0 - 211, from 12:00 to 14:00. ([aktuell.uni-bielefeld.de](https://aktuell.uni-bielefeld.de/event/historical-knowledge-production-cultures-in-late-socialist-hungary-and-croatia-expertise-unsettled-reka-krizmanics-bielefeld/))

Between archive, theory, and intellectual tension

Réka Krizmanics works at the University of Bielefeld focusing on history, comparison, and historical knowledge production. Her academic profile combines research on late socialist historiography with questions about memory politics and institutional landscapes of knowledge. The published works on her university profile refer to an intensive engagement with Trianon, popular history, and historical narratives in Hungary. This promises a lecture that combines scientific precision with cultural-historical depth. ([ekvv.uni-bielefeld.de](https://ekvv.uni-bielefeld.de/pers_publ/publ/PersonDetail.jsp?lang=EN&personId=387112201))

The atmosphere of a colloquium as an intellectual resonance space

Attending such lectures offers more than mere knowledge transfer; it provides a unique reading atmosphere: concentrated, discursive, and open to questions and methodological debates. The colloquium on History Cultures frames the appointment as a publicly accessible academic format that is relevant for students, researchers, and historically interested visitors alike. Particularly, the connection between current research and clear presentation situation adds to its allure. ([aktuell.uni-bielefeld.de](https://aktuell.uni-bielefeld.de/event/historical-knowledge-production-cultures-in-late-socialist-hungary-and-croatia-expertise-unsettled-reka-krizmanics-bielefeld/))

Location, access, and campus orientation

The event will take place in Building X of the University of Bielefeld, specifically in Room X E0 - 211. For the campus, the university offers barrier-free navigation with UniMaps and highlights parking options on campus, including disabled parking in parking garages and spots in the underground parking of Building X. Access to Building X is via Universitätsstraße; the university bus stop is located on campus. ([aktuell.uni-bielefeld.de](https://aktuell.uni-bielefeld.de/event/historical-knowledge-production-cultures-in-late-socialist-hungary-and-croatia-expertise-unsettled-reka-krizmanics-bielefeld/))

Conclusion

This lecture offers more than a professional overview: it opens up a space for historical thinking, methodological accuracy, and the question of how expertise emerges in times of political upheaval. Anyone interested in history culture, Eastern European research, and cultural studies perspectives on knowledge production should experience this event live. ([aktuell.uni-bielefeld.de](https://aktuell.uni-bielefeld.de/event/historical-knowledge-production-cultures-in-late-socialist-hungary-and-croatia-expertise-unsettled-reka-krizmanics-bielefeld/))

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