Layne McDaniel

Layne McDaniel serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of History within the College of Arts and Sciences at Appalachian State University, teaching foundational courses including HIS 2201 Survey of American Civilization to 1876 and HIS 2204 Survey of American Civilization since 1876.

Her academic credentials include:

• B.A. from Wofford College
• M.A. and Ph.D. from Emory University

Dr. McDaniel's scholarly work centers on History of American Education, Southern History, and 19th Century US Social and Intellectual History, emphasizing how regional narratives integrate into broader American historical frameworks. She views history as "a disciplined approach to critical thinking" beyond mere chronology, with specialized expertise in nineteenth-century educational reforms.

Complementing her academic profile, she is recognized as an accomplished art quilter/designer, editorial consultant, and competitive Scrabble player, maintaining an active office presence in Anne Belk Hall 234B.