Kelly Schrum

About the Author

Kelly Schrum is a distinguished historian and educator whose work bridges the gap between academic scholarship and accessible learning resources. With a PhD in American history from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, she has dedicated her career to making the complexities of the past approachable for students and enthusiasts alike. As an associate professor at George Mason University, Schrum specializes in 20th-century U.S. social and cultural history, with a keen focus on youth culture, media, and digital humanities. Her innovative approaches to online education have empowered countless learners to engage deeply with historical narratives. Through her writing, Schrum emphasizes critical thinking and primary source analysis, fostering a new generation of informed citizens who understand how history shapes the present.