History Major & French Minor

University of Kansas

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What are your educational goals?

When I finish pursuing a combined bachelor's/master's in history, I intend to apply for phD programs in history with the ultimate goal of becoming a professor.

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Why is being a professor your chosen career path? 

I originally decided to go into academia because I am passionate about history and research and writing aspects. I am also very excited about teaching students, as I love sharing fascinating stories from history with other people.

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You obviously have a passion for education.

Where did that start for you? 

I was homeschooled!

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What has been fun about working at a museum? 

I really enjoy looking through old photographs. My favorites are the more candid shots from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.​

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Your favorite time of the day? 

Mornings! I love to get up early and take my daily 6am walks.

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If you could live anywhere? 

If it wasn't so far from family, I would choose Ireland. I have always been fascinated with Irish history and culture. I don't think there is a place more beautiful or more perfect weather -- on earth!
 

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