Sarah Quick

Sarah Quick, Ph.D., is a Professor of Anthropology at Cottey College. Her research focuses on sociocultural anthropology and ethnomusicology, particularly Indigenous heritage movements related to music, dance, and food. She holds a B.A. from the University of South Carolina, M.A. from the University of Missouri-Columbia, and Ph.D. in Social-Cultural Anthropology from Indiana University with a minor in ethnomusicology.

Her work explores themes such as food sovereignty, digital media's role in cultural preservation, and community gardens. Notable research includes studies on Indigenous fiddle dances, Métis cultural heritage, and decolonial listening practices in ethnohistorical contexts. She has published widely in anthropology and ethnomusicology journals, contributing to interdisciplinary discussions on heritage performance and Indigenous activism.

Quick’s publications span topics from slow tourism and food studies to Indigenous rights activism. Her scholarly contributions emphasize decolonizing methodologies and amplifying marginalized voices in historical narratives. While no specific grants or labs are detailed, her research consistently integrates fieldwork with community-focused scholarship.