U.S. History: Public and Digital History; Local and Community History; Migration; Labor History
Amber Pelham is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in History at George Mason University. She holds an M.A. in Public History from New York University, with a specialized focus on the preservation of local communities in the Carolinas. Amber's research is dedicated to exploring migration patterns of African Americans within the Carolinas.
Beyond her academic pursuits, Amber is deeply committed to community engagement. She actively participates in the creation of resources aimed at fostering digital interaction within rural communities.
Presently, she serves as a Graduate Research Assistant at the Roy Rosenzweig Center for History and New Media. In this capacity, her focus revolves around creating enriching learning resources aimed at fostering digital literacy and forging connections with diverse partners.
M.A. Public History and Archives, New York University, 2020
B.A. History, Hampton University, 2018