Amy Poppinga

Amy Poppinga is an Adjunct Associate Professor of History at Bethel University's College of Arts and Sciences, Department of History, Philosophy, and Political Science. She joined Bethel in 2012. Her work focuses on the history of Islamic communities in the U.S., oral history methodologies, and interfaith pedagogy. She collaborates with local communities to document oral histories and integrates these narratives into teaching interfaith studies.

• Education:
• B.A. in History and Education, Bethel College (1999)
• M.A. in Islamic Studies, Luther Seminary (2006)
• Ph.D. in Islamic Studies/Christian-Muslim Relations, University of Exeter (2019)

Her research explores post-colonial Middle Eastern Islamic societies and the global history of Muslim women. She advocates for inclusive historical practices that bridge academic and community-driven narratives.

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