Meet Our Students and Alumni
Who Are Our Students?
Our program includes students from various academic backgrounds including English, Anthropology, Education, Cultural Studies, Music, Theater, and Art. Program applicants are often recent graduates of undergraduate programs and/or individuals who have worked in secondary school education or government agencies or cultural institutions.
Students complete the program in both part time and full time capacities, depending on their needs.
Sarah Holland earned a certificate in Folklore Studies in 2022.
Much of Holland's research throughout the program was around internet folklore: the Babadook as an identifier of queerness in virtual spaces, the memetic development of the W.A.P dance on TikTok, video games as folkloric objects through online fan and modding communities, and other, similar topics.
Emma is currently an MA student in the Folklore Program
Inspired by almost a decade of living and working on the African continent, Emma decided to pursue a Masters in Folklore Studies to refine her skills and knowledge and gain professional experience within the field of folklore.
Ozzy is currently an MA student in the Folklore Program
[Ozzy] is currently working on her M.A. thesis, focusing on the Appalachian musician experience and migration to DC. Other focus topics in her research are epistemology, ethnographic writing, cultural geography, and intersectional issues surrounding occupation, poverty, and social politics.
Ang Dinardo is currently an MA student in the Folklore Program
Ang is an MA student in the Folklore Program. Their research interests center around gender and queer folklore.
Claire Denny earned a Masters in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Folklore Studies in 2021.
Dr. Kristina Downs earned a Masters in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Folklore Studies in 2007.
Sarah Cleto and Brittany Warman earned their Masters in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Folklore Studies in 2012.
Chrissy Widmayer earned a certificate in Folklore Studies in 2013.
Kim Stryker earned a Masters in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Folklore Studies in 2015.
Kerry Kaleba earned a certificate in Folklore Studies in 2016