Connor Joseph

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  • Mellon Foundation Academic Programs Coordinator

Biography —

Connor Joseph, a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, holds a BA in psychology from Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee. Her passion for African American history led her to the Robert F. Smith Internship at the National Museum of African American History and Culture in the John Hope and Aurelia Franklin Special Collections. At the Spencer, she serves as the Mellon Foundation Academic Programs Coordinator, working to facilitate meaningful connections between KU and the Museum. Connor is pursuing an MA in museum studies, driven by a commitment to preserving and promoting cultural heritage.