In the Spring of 2020 I graduated.

I work at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield in Republic, MO. I chose UMSL because it was affordable, both the tuition and the cost of living

I was further attracted to UMSL's Museum studies degree because it partnered with a History department. Many programs I looked into partnered with Art, archaeology, or even geology departments. I knew I wanted to work at a history museum/ historical site so UMSL made the most sense to me. My biggest take away from the program was that the museum field is in need of modernization. It is not accessible to many, and many do not feel welcome in a museum. I came out of the program with a firm belief that no matter where I end up in my career I want to ensure that museums and historic sites don't belong in solely the hands of the academics. They are for everyone, and we need to make that a reality.