Laura Baker

Laura Baker is a Professor in the Department of Economics, History and Political Science at Fitchburg State University's School of Arts and Sciences. Her work focuses on American history, political science, and education, with a particular emphasis on the Civil Rights Movement and interdisciplinary teaching methods.

• Education:
  • Ph.D., University of Iowa
  • M.A., University of Iowa
  • B.A., University of California
• Teaching Areas:
  • United States History I (HIST 1400)
  • United States History II (HIST 1500)
  • Immigration and American Identity (HIST 2015)
  • The Civil Rights Movement (HIST 3160/AAST 3160/AMST 3160/POLS 3160)
  • Urban America (HIST 3710)
  • Special Methods of Teaching (HIST 4850/EDUC 8029/EDUC 8033)