Robin Morris

Robin Morris is an Associate Professor of History at Agnes Scott College. She holds a PhD and MA from Yale University, an MA in Southern Studies from the University of Mississippi, and a BA from Queens University. Her research focuses on gender and political realignment in post-1945 Georgia, with teaching specialties in 20th century U.S. history, Southern history, and public history. She has authored two major publications: Goldwater Girls to Reagan Women: Gender, Georgia, and the Growth of the New Right (2022) and a chapter in Entering the Fray: Gender, Politics, and Culture in the New South (2009).

Education History:

• PhD, Yale University
• MA, Yale University
• MA (Southern Studies), University of Mississippi
• BA, Queens University

Research Interests:
Dr. Morris examines how gender intersects with political shifts, particularly in Georgia's post-WWII era. Her work bridges social history with political analysis, emphasizing grassroots activism and institutional change. She actively engages in public history initiatives to contextualize Southern narratives.

Publications:
Her recent book (2022) traces the evolution of women's political roles in Georgia's conservative movement, while earlier work (2009) analyzes anti-ERA activism. Both highlight her expertise in gendered political mobilization.

Advising & Grants:
No specific grants or student advisees are listed in the provided materials.

Labs/Teams:
No dedicated research groups or labs are mentioned, though her public history projects may involve collaborative community initiatives.