I'm a first-generation college student who learned first-hand the transformative power of the liberal arts and the strong foundation they provide for building thriving careers, communities, and lives. As director of the Oklahoma Center for the Humanities, I develop community-engaged scholarship and raise critical resources to support our exhibitions, events, and performances at 101 Archer, a 42,500 square-foot facility dedicated to making the university the heart of our community. Beginning with my book on snobbery, my interdisciplinary scholarship explores how we create, circulate, and value modern culture.  I'm currently at work on a book titled Songs for Serial Killers.