Kimberly Georgedes

Dr. Kimberly Georgedes is a Professor of History and Chair of the Department of History and Anthropology at Franciscan University. She has been affiliated with the university since 1994 and has held leadership roles since 2000. Her academic background includes a BA from the University of Utah (1983), an MA from the University of Colorado, Boulder (1985), and a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (1995). Her research focuses on medieval history, the history of science, and Franciscan intellectual figures like John Duns Scotus and William of Ockham. She also explores Renaissance and Reformation history, medieval theology, and the history of Islam.

Her scholarly contributions include entries in major encyclopedias such as The Encyclopedia of the Bible and Its Reception (2015), The Oxford Guide to the Historical Reception of Augustine (2013), and Encyclopedia of Medieval Philosophy (2011). Her work bridges theology, philosophy, and the history of science, emphasizing the role of Franciscans in advancing intellectual traditions. No specific grants or awards are listed, but her extensive teaching spans medieval studies, Islamic history, and classical languages.