Jessica Taylor

Virginia Tech
I am an associate professor of oral and public history at Virginia Tech, specializing in the Southeast region.

Regions Available for Work

Other Regions: Virginia|| Southeast|| DC|| Central Appalachia

Specialty

My current research focuses on histories of environmental and demographic change in coastal places, but I also work with community groups and nonprofits as they organize and execute projects from oral history collections to exhibits. I also connect students interested in public and oral history to off-campus opportunities.

Subject Areas

    • Local/Regional Histories:
    • Virginia, North Carolina, Chesapeake, Southeast, Central Appalachia

    Purpose of Contact

    • I am available to answer questions, or provide mentorship to other oral historians
    • I am available for hire - as an oral historian, consultant, presenter, educator, or related services
    • I am available to collaborate - on research, community projects, artistic endeavors, or other joint undertakings with peers
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