On September 10, 2026, the Georgia Historical Society inducted Pulitzer Prize-winning author and historian Alan Taylor as the 2026 Vincent J. Dooley Distinguished Teaching Fellow. Following the induction, Dr. Taylor discussed his career, groundbreaking scholarly work, and publications.

Dooley Distinguished Teaching Fellows are national leaders in the field of history as both writers and educators whose research has enhanced or changed the way the public understands the past.

In addition to their outstanding scholarship, Dooley Distinguished Teaching Fellows have served the Georgia Historical Society as faculty in teacher training seminars, as lecturers, as consultants, or in a similar capacity, advancing the mission of the institution. Being designated as a Dooley Distinguished Fellow recognizes and formalizes the relationship forged through this service.

Learn more about the Vincent J. Dooley Distinguished Fellows Program.