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Erica Kelliher, Ph.D., joined Westfield State University in 2014 as an Assistant Professor in the Department of History. She holds a Ph.D. in History from Purdue University (2012), an M.A. in American Studies (2007), and a B.A. in History and Women’s Studies from SUNY Plattsburgh (2004). Her teaching portfolio includes courses like HIST121 (The Historian), HIST202 (Historical Research Methods), and specialized topics such as U.S. Environmental History and Cold War Era Studies.
Dr. Kelliher’s research focuses on U.S. political history, environmental policy, constitutional frameworks, and women’s roles in postwar America. Her work bridges historical analysis with pedagogical innovation, evident in publications like her 2013 article on newspaper-based history education and 2012 study of gendered travel literature. Recent scholarship examines intersections between military conflicts and environmental movements.
Though no formal grants or awards are listed, her work demonstrates sustained engagement with public history and interdisciplinary approaches. She maintains interests in culinary arts and wrangling smalls, reflecting her commitment to balancing academic rigor with personal passions.
