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Dr. Courtney Tollison serves as the Distinguished University Public Historian and Scholar at Furman University. She leads the Upcountry History Museum and Furman University Oral History Project, specializing in modern U.S. history, South Carolina, and public history. Her roles include board memberships with the SC Historical Society, Humanities Council SC, and advisory roles for preservation trusts and schools. She has curated exhibits, published books, and produced documentaries on WWII, civil rights, and regional history. Tollison holds a Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of South Carolina and a B.A. from Furman University.
Her research focuses on public history initiatives, including oral histories, museum exhibits, and historical markers. Notable projects include 'Weaving Our Survival: Upcountry South Carolina and World War II' and the Major Rudolf Anderson Memorial. She has received awards such as the Fulbright Scholarship and Southeastern Museums Conference Award. Tollison actively engages with media, contributing to TV stations, newspapers, and national outlets like the History Channel.
- Educations: Ph.D. (University of South Carolina), M.A. (University of South Carolina), B.A. (Furman University)
- Grants: Over a dozen grants from institutions like the SC Humanities Council and U.S. Army Command and General Staff College.
- Advising: Mentor to students like Donny Santacterina and Hanna Mooney, featured in co-authored articles.
Her advocacy includes leadership in Greenville’s Year of Altruism and roles in diversity initiatives. Tollison’s work bridges academia and community, emphasizing historical preservation and public engagement.
