About

I am the inaugural Samuel K. Eddy Professor at Washington University in St. Louis and a Professor of History and Professor American Culture Studies.  I also hold a courtesy appointment in the Washington University School of Law.

At Washington University, I serve as associate Vice Dean of Research in Arts & Sciences and chair of the University’s Naming Review Board.

I am honored to serve as chair of the board of trustees at the Missouri Historical Society.

Education

• PhD, University of Virginia.
• MA, University of Virginia.
• BA, Franklin & Marshall College.