“I developed the ability to analyze complex problems, synthesize information, and communicate that information clearly.”
Majors: English and History (undergrad), English (grad)
Lives in: Manchester, NH
What work looks like: “I provide preservation assessments and consultations for libraries, archives, museums, and other cultural heritage organizations across the country. This means I evaluate how they store their rare books, historic documents, and photographs and help them plan how to best care for those items to ensure long-term access. I also teach workshops and webinars on a range of preservation topics.”
What she loves about it: “I love traveling to work with cultural heritage organizations of all shapes and sizes. It is a privilege to support the dedicated archival, museum, and library professionals who are doing the critical work of preserving history.”
What she gained from a liberal arts education: “I developed the ability to analyze complex problems, synthesize information, and communicate that information clearly. In my field, being an adept communicator is essential. In my previous role as a collections and exhibits manager at a historic house museum, strong communication skills helped me interpret history, curate exhibits, and advocate for funding and preservation work. Today, I rely on those same skills as I teach complex preservation concepts, assist with grant applications, and support cultural heritage professionals across the country. I’ve also developed a well-rounded sense of humanity. Being able to empathize with others and appreciate the diversity of human experience has helped me foster genuine connections with people and find deep fulfillment in my work.”