Andrew Feight

Dr. Andrew Feight is a Professor of American History and Director of the Center for Public History at Shawnee State University. He coordinates the History Major and Digital Appalachian Studies programs, and oversees the Appalachian Regional Commission POWER Grant project, the Appalachian Freedom Initiative. His work focuses on documenting Underground Railroad sites in Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia, with twenty-seven sites to be recognized by the National Park Service.

Dr. Feight holds a Ph.D. in American History from the University of Kentucky (2001), an MA from the same institution (1995), and a BA from Furman University (1993). His research explores slavery, abolition movements, and religious influences in early America, with a specialization in digital public history and Appalachian regional studies.

His research interests emphasize integrating technology into historical preservation, such as the Scioto Historical mobile app and website. He also investigates the intersection of religion and social movements, particularly in the Ohio River Valley. Recent projects highlight collaborative efforts with community organizations to preserve marginalized histories.

Dr. Feight actively participates in regional and national conferences, such as the National Underground Railroad Conference and the Appalachian Studies Association Conference. While no explicit scientific awards are listed, his work has been supported by grants including the Soul of a People Grant Program and the Appalachian Regional Commission POWER Grant.

He advises students through the History Major and Digital Appalachian Studies programs but has no listed formal advisees. His grants and outreach initiatives aim to bridge academic scholarship with public engagement, ensuring historical narratives remain accessible and inclusive.

He is affiliated with the Scioto Historical Project and the Center for Public History. These platforms serve as key outlets for his research on local and regional historical documentation, emphasizing community collaboration and digital innovation.