Jeff Kolnick

Dr. Jeff Kolnick serves as Professor of History within the Social Science Department at Southwest Minnesota State University, actively contributing to academic instruction and historical scholarship through the History Program.

Education:

• Doctor of Philosophy, University of California-Davis
• Master of Arts, University of California-Los Angeles
• Bachelor of Arts, University of California-Los Angeles

His research centers on historical disciplines with interdisciplinary connections to social sciences, examining societal evolution through critical analysis of historical events and cultural narratives. This alignment with the Social Science Department framework suggests methodological approaches integrating sociological and anthropological perspectives into historical inquiry.

Professional contact details include email: jeff.kolnick@smsu.edu and office phone: (507) 537-6084.