Peggy Goertzen

Peggy Goertzen is the Director/Archivist of the Center for Mennonite Brethren Studies at Tabor College, Hillsboro, KS, a position she has held since 1992. She holds a B.A. in English from Tabor College (1992) and has extensive professional experience in archival work, including roles as a Research Assistant at the Center for Mennonite Brethren Studies and Fresno Pacific University. Her research focuses on Mennonite history, migration, and cultural preservation, with notable publications on Mennonite Brethren missions, Tabor College’s history, and community archives. She teaches courses such as English Composition, ESL, and Folklore of Family and Culture.

Goertzen’s scholarly contributions include编撰 historical indexes, documenting Mennonite settlements, and preserving religious and cultural heritage. Her presentations span topics like Mennonite immigration patterns, ethnic clothing, and historical sites. She actively serves in roles like past president of the Hillsboro Historical Society and member of the Kansas State Historical Records Advisory Board. Her work bridges archival scholarship with community education and historical outreach.