Jared S. Rife

Jared S. Rife, Ph.D., serves as the Associate Provost at Central Penn College. He holds a Ph.D. in American Studies from Penn State University, an M.A. in American Studies from Trinity College, and a B.A. in American Studies from Brigham Young University.

• Educational Background
  • Ph.D., M.A., B.A. all in American Studies

His research focuses on 20th and 21st century American history, folklore, literature, film, and culture, with particular emphasis on depression-era college students and activism. He has published on religious folklore and children's games.

Dr. Rife's teaching philosophy emphasizes student-centered learning through multimodal engagement, critical analysis, and personal reflection across diverse disciplines.