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Renee Gaarder is an Academic Program Manager at Purdue University in the College of Liberal Arts, where she also serves as the Scholarship Coordinator and Schedule Deputy for the Cornerstone Integrated Liberal Arts program. She received her Ph.D. in History from Purdue University in December 2019, where her research delved into the intersections of music, popular culture, and identity formation. Gaarder's dissertation, 'Made in America: The Federal Music Project in the Midwest', explores how the Federal Music Project functioned in the Midwestern region to foster greater musical literacy and help define American national identity during the 1930s and 1940s. Alongside her doctorate, she holds an M.A. in History from Purdue University, an M.A. in Musicology from Brigham Young University, and a B.A. in Music History Literature from the University of Idaho. Gaarder is committed to enhancing the academic experiences of students through innovative programs and scholarship opportunities.
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