"Courtesy of University Archives, Appalachian State University"
About the Program:
Many believe that literature serves as a window to the world for children, and Beulah Campbell embodied that belief throughout her life. As a professor of elementary education at Appalachian State University, she understood the vital connection between illustrations and text in children's books. Over her 40-year career Beulah built a collection of original artwork by renowned children’s book illustrators, while also fostering a deep appreciation for children’s literature in her students. She developed lasting relationships with these authors and illustrators, bringing them to Boone to collaborate directly with her students. The artwork she collected reflected both the rich heritage of Appalachia and the diverse cultures of the United States, teaching future educators the importance of ensuring that students can see themselves represented in the books they read and the art they admire. Speakers Margaret Gregor and Jackie Eagleson will discuss Beulah’s legacy and the art she collected.
About the Speakers:
Margaret Gregor - Margaret Gregor is the Martha and Nancy Lee Bivens Distinguished Professor for Children and Reading at Appalachian State University and the Coordinator of the University Library’s Instructional Materials Center. She holds an MALS from the University of Kentucky and an Ed.D. in HIgher Education from the University of Virginia. Her research interests include children’s literature, information literacy instruction, and the value and impact of international librarian exchanges.
Jackie Eagleson - Jackie Eagleson is an Information Literacy Librarian for the Social Sciences and Assistant Professor at Appalachian State University. Jackie received her BA in American History from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, MLIS from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and Graduate Certificate in Online Learning and Professional Development from Appalachian State University. Her research interests include information literacy, instructional technology, and children's literature.