Kelly Colvin
About Kelly Colvin
Kelly Colvin is an Assistant Professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston, specializing in History. She holds a PhD from Brown University and has over a decade of experience in teaching and mentoring university students.
Current Role at UMass Boston
Kelly Colvin serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston. She has held this position since 2021. In her role, she engages in teaching, advising, and mentoring students, contributing to their academic and career development. Her experience in higher education supports her efforts to create a supportive learning environment.
Previous Academic Positions
Prior to her current role, Kelly Colvin held several academic positions. She worked as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Maryland from 2019 to 2020. She also served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Brown University for two separate terms, first from 2008 to 2010 and later from 2014 to 2020. Additionally, she was an Assistant Teaching Professor at Worcester Polytechnic Institute from 2020 to 2021 and a Senior Lecturer at Suffolk University from 2011 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Kelly Colvin earned her PhD in History from Brown University, where she studied from 2002 to 2008. She also studied at EHESS - Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales for one year from 2005 to 2006. Earlier, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in French and History from Bowdoin College, studying from 1997 to 2001. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her teaching and research.
Experience in Higher Education
With over 10 years of experience in higher education, Kelly Colvin has focused on teaching, advising, and mentoring university students. She has organized a variety of successful conferences and events aimed at enhancing the college community. Her interpersonal skills enable her to work effectively in both group settings and one-on-one mentoring situations.