Event Status
Scheduled
Curious about how to land a job at a museum? Join us for a panel discussion with recent UT Ph.D. alumni who work at museums across the country. They'll share insights on their career trajectories, the skills from the PhD that helped them secure their current roles, and advice on translating their work outside of academia.
Register on Handshake: https://utaustin.joinhandshake.com/events/1663390/share_preview
Panelists:
- Dr. Gaila Sims (American Studies Ph.D. ‘22) -- Curator of African American History + Vice President of Programs and Interpretation at the Fredericksburg Area Museum
- Dr. José Centeno-Meléndez (American Studies Ph.D. ‘23) -- Oral Historian at National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution
- Dr. Gwendolyn R. Lockman (History Ph.D. ‘23) -- Senior Exhibition Developer and Historian at the History Colorado Center, the flagship museum of the State of Colorado and a division of the Colorado Department of Higher Education
Food provided: Enjoy tamales from Tamale Addiction. Gluten-free, omnivorous, vegetarian, and vegan options available.
We hope to see you there!
Event Details
Date and Time
April 4, 2025, 2 to 3:30 p.m.