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Eve Kornfeld is a Senate Distinguished Professor and Professor of History at San Diego State University (SDSU), affiliated with the College of Arts and Letters. She holds a B.A. from Princeton University (1977), and M.A. and Ph.D. in History from Harvard University (1979, 1983). Her career includes teaching roles at Harvard, Princeton, and SDSU, focusing on interdisciplinary approaches informed by post-colonial, post-structural, gender, and critical race theories.
Her research interests span American cultural history, pedagogical innovation, and the intersections of race, gender, and power. Key works include Creating an American Culture, 1775-1815 and Margaret Fuller, both part of the Bedford Series in History and Culture. She has also contributed to journals like the William and Mary Quarterly and Journal of American Studies.
Kornfeld is dedicated to mentoring first-generation students, emphasizing research mentorship, professional development, and creating inclusive academic environments. Her awards include the SDSU Senate Excellence in Teaching Award (2018) and the College of Arts and Letters Exceptional Service Award (2021).
Her scholarship bridges historical analysis with contemporary educational challenges, addressing topics like metacognition in history education, cultural appropriation in literature, and the role of empathy in pedagogy. Kornfeld’s work consistently emphasizes critical engagement with marginalized narratives and transformative teaching practices.
