Brandie Siegfried

Brandie Siegfried is an Associate Professor of English at Brigham Young University (BYU), specializing in Early Modern Literature with a focus on women’s contributions to literary and scientific thought. Her work bridges historical analysis and cultural studies, particularly exploring figures like Grace O’Malley (Irish maritime leader) and Margaret Cavendish (17th-century writer and philosopher). She has presented on topics ranging from Cavendish’s theories of animal cognition during the Scientific Revolution to cross-cultural adaptations of Shakespeare’s works.

Her research interests include gendered narratives in historical contexts, intersections of science and literature, and the representation of marginalized voices in early modern texts. Notable presentations include lectures on Grace O’Malley’s legacy at the Provo Retirement Center (2018) and analyses of Cavendish’s philosophical poetry at BYU’s Women’s Studies Symposium (2016).

Dr. Siegfried actively engages with public humanities through film documentaries, radio interviews (e.g., Thinking Aloud with Marcus Smith, 2015), and interdisciplinary symposiums focusing on beauty, belief, and scientific inquiry. While no formal awards or grants are listed here, her academic contributions reflect a commitment to accessible scholarship and cross-disciplinary dialogue.