A Discussion with LUC PhD Alum Hope Shannon
American Historical Association
Hope is a public historian and widely published author. She will share her career path from a PhD in History to a leader in the largest professional association of historians in the world.
She will discuss:
- The steps graduate students can take now to prepare to be career flexible
- How to translate academic research into industry relevant skills
- Identifying career paths that leverage your academic expertise
- Utilizing professional associations to build contacts that can enhance job opportunities
April 9, 2026
1:00 – 2:00 PM
Zoom
Presenter: Hope Shannon, PhD History, Loyola University Chicago; Director of Engagement, American Historical Association, Washington, DC
REGISTER HERE by Wednesday, April 8. For questions please contact Jessica Alfe at jalfe@luc.edu.
American Historical Association
Hope is a public historian and widely published author. She will share her career path from a PhD in History to a leader in the largest professional association of historians in the world.
She will discuss:
- The steps graduate students can take now to prepare to be career flexible
- How to translate academic research into industry relevant skills
- Identifying career paths that leverage your academic expertise
- Utilizing professional associations to build contacts that can enhance job opportunities
April 9, 2026
1:00 – 2:00 PM
Zoom
Presenter: Hope Shannon, PhD History, Loyola University Chicago; Director of Engagement, American Historical Association, Washington, DC
REGISTER HERE by Wednesday, April 8. For questions please contact Jessica Alfe at jalfe@luc.edu.