Vicki Albu

Oral historian, project manager, transcriptionist, historian, genealogist, writer
https://www.vickialbu.com
I've always enjoyed managing projects and seeing them to completion. After retiring from a career in management I turned full-time to my true loves, historical research and writing. I have been an avid genealogist ever since my grandmother told me stories of her arrival at Ellis Island. My ancestry is diverse, from Colonial settlers to Mormon migrants to more recent immigrants from Norway and Romania. I became interested in historical events that shaped my ancestors lives. As an older adult I went back to school to complete a BA degree in History and a certificate in Project Management. My passion for history and growing interests in immigration and oral history led to collaborations that enabled me to work on three documentary films about Romanian immigration and several other exciting Minnesota oral history research projects. I'm a co-founder of Romanian Genealogy Society and Dakota County Genealogical Society (Minnesota) and a member of numerous historical and genealogical organizations.

Experience

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, BA in History, Minor in Russian Studies and Project Management Certificate. Practicing oral historian/independent contractor since 2013. Genealogical researcher for over 30 years.

Services

Interviewing, Transcription, Organizing, Project Planning, Historical Research, Genealogical Research, Writing, Advising

Languages

Regions Available for Work

Other Regions: Minnnesota

Specialty

I have conducted and managed numerous oral history projects in Minnesota and have transcribed over 100 recorded interviews. The majority of my projects incorporate genealogy or family history, immigration, identity, and documenting and preserving of traditions, but I am currently working on two community oral history projects. I have also coordinated specialized volunteer research projects, including documenting the biographies of local WWI veterans for a county historical society.

Subject Areas

    • Local/Regional Histories:
    • Minnesota

    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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