Interdisciplinary Appalachian Studies

Knoxville, TN

My program focuses on the varied cultural heritages of the Appalachian region and its influences on identity. My research looks at the historic effects of stereotyping of Appalachia and ways in which to challenge these misconceptions through preserving cultural heritage to promote healthy regional identities.

History, English, Art History, Anthropology, Sociology

After I graduate I would like to get a job as a Heritage Conservationist.This job could encompass various different positions depending on the location and organization. I would stay in Appalachia and continue to research new ways to protect our culture and find ways to gain public justice for the area. I could do this at places like the East Tennessee Historical Society, the Museum of Appalachia or the Highlander Center.

Studio Art, Genealogy and Storytelling

East Tennessee State University

I plan to travel to the various states that make up the heart of the Appalachian region, including Kentucky, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Georgia.

I am currently a Research Assistant for Dr. Morgan’s project Race, Pandemic, and Democracy, a qualitative survey experiment on racial inequality during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Clubs- Painting and Drawing Club and Society of American Archivists.

Hobbies- Researching Appalachian history, creating genealogical family trees and making artworks.