Jennifer Nolan

Jennifer Nolan is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of History at the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL), affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. She also holds roles in the Department of Anthropology and Archaeology and teaches in the Honors College. Her expertise spans cultural diversity, gender studies, museum studies, and the anthropology of religion, with a focus on antiquarian books, material culture, and community outreach. Nolan previously worked in educational programming at the Saint Louis Science Center and held teaching positions at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, McKendree University, and Lewis and Clark Community College.

Her research interests include cultural competency, community organizing, historical methods, and the supernatural in historical contexts. She actively engages in historic preservation and public history initiatives in St. Louis. Nolan has been recognized with the 2024 Excellence in Teaching Award from the National Society of Leadership and Success.

As a departmental advisor, she supports students in navigating academic pathways. Though no specific grants are listed, her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration with museums and community organizations. She resides in South City, St. Louis, and remains involved in local cultural preservation efforts.