Jaime Goodall '08, '10
B.A. Anthropology
M.A. Public History: Master of Arts
Lives in Baltimore, M.A.
THEN:
During her time at Appalachian, the support Goodall received from colleagues and professors was what she felt ensured her success. Goodall believes the level of support she received contributed to the smooth transition she felt once beginning her first year of studying for her Ph.D. The professors whom she worked directly with, that impacted her academic experiences the most include (but are not limited to), Dr. Beth Campbell, Dr. Karl Campbell, Dr. Sheila Phipps, Dr. Jari Eloranta, Dr. Rebekkah Watkins and Dr. Andrea Burns.
“I wouldn’t be where I am without my Appalachian State family! They believed in me and helped me to believe in myself. I felt completely prepared going from Appalachian’s M.A. program to my Ph.D. program.”
Some classes that Goodall notes as having shaped her academic experience included Museum Management, Intro to Museum Studies and European Imperialism.
Goodall remarks that she will always be grateful for the friendships she made at Appalachian and the professors who became lifelong mentors.
Photo of Jaime Goodall during her time at Appalachian. Photo submited.
NOW:
Goodall currently teaches history and public history courses as an assistant professor at Stevenson University. She appreciates honesty, compassion and a dedication to students in her colleagues.
“I love watching my students engage with primary sources and draw their own conclusions about historical events.”
Goodall advises current and future students to seek out scholarships, fellowships or teaching assistantships that can help pay for graduate programs so that the stress of finances won’t affect productivity. She also recommends finding a mentor as soon as you can, so they can guide, support and offer direction throughout your academic career. Lastly, she suggests that getting to know your cohort can build collegiality and lead to personal connections and support within an academic field that is usually full of competition.
“There’s enough competition in this world. Be supportive instead,” said Goodall.
Current picture of Jaime Goodall. Photo sumbmitted.
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About the Department of Anthropology
The Department of Anthropology offers a comparative and holistic approach to the study of the human experience. The anthropological perspective provides a broad understanding of the origins as well as the meaning of physical and cultural diversity in the world — past, present and future. Learn more at https://anthro.appstate.edu.
About the Department of History
The Department of History offers a broad curriculum in local, national, regional and world history at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, which encourages history majors to develop a comprehensive approach to human problems. The study of history is an essential part of a liberal arts education and offers valuable preparation for many careers, such as law, journalism, public history, public service and business, as well as in teaching and the advanced discipline of history. Learn more at https://history.appstate.edu.
Compiled and written by Barclay Ann Blankenship and Ellen Gwin Burnette
May 26, 2020
BOONE, N.C.
Then and Now Alumna: Jaime Goodall
Current photo of Jaime Goodall. Photo submitted.