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Tammy Proctor is a Distinguished Professor of History in the Department of History, Cultures & Ideas at Utah State University, where she teaches modern European and world history. She also serves as Interim Director of the Heravi Peace Institute, reflecting her engagement with peace and transnational studies. Her academic base is within the College of Arts & Sciences, and she is actively involved in public scholarship and digital history projects.
Her research centers on modern European history, with a focus on World War I, gender, humanitarianism, and American identity. She explores how relief efforts shaped national and transnational identities, particularly through the lens of women's roles in wartime service. Her work bridges academic and public history, engaging with emotion, memory, and cultural narratives. Key themes include Quaker women's foreign service, the legacy of Herbert Hoover, and the mythmaking around figures like Mata Hari and Wonder Woman.
Her recent publications and media engagements show a strong trend toward interdisciplinary and public-facing scholarship. She frequently contributes to podcasts, blogs, and public lectures, emphasizing the emotional and gendered dimensions of war and relief. Her work spans academic journals, digital projects, and mainstream media, demonstrating a commitment to making historical research accessible and relevant.
Dr. Proctor has been featured in numerous media outlets and public forums, including speaking engagements at the Belgian Senate and the European Union Delegation in Washington DC. She co-hosts the 'Eating the Past' radio show and has contributed to the New Books Network and Oxford University Press podcasts. These activities highlight her role as a public intellectual and advocate for historical understanding in contemporary discourse.
She has advised on digital history projects, such as the USU Champion Volleyball team archive, and continues to publish on gender and war. Though specific grant or student advising details are not listed, her leadership roles and publication record indicate active mentorship and research funding. She is currently on sabbatical for the 2025–2026 academic year, likely advancing her book project Saving Europe: First World War Relief and American Identity.
