Scholarship, Service and Storytelling in the SHSS

The School of Humanities and Social Sciences has been abuzz with activity this spring. Associate Professor of Intelligence and Security Studies Muhammad Fraser-Rahim recently published a new book, Gullah Geechee Muslims in America: Exploring Islamic Identity in the African Diaspora. Fraser-Rahim discussed his research at the International African American Museum in partnership with American Muslim Pathways, as part of a national lecture series highlighting the history and impact of Islam in America from the 16th century to the present.

Adjunct Professor of History Damon Fordham also released a new book, Black Folk Tales and Chronicles of South Carolina. Fordham presents a collection of Black South Carolina stories and narratives based on interviews and research, including his travels in Africa.

Senior Instructor Jenna Adair and Professor of Spanish María José Hellín García were honored for their exceptional contributions to the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. Adair received the SHSS Distinguished Service Award for her sustained dedication and generous contributions to the campus community. She is recognized as an exemplary teacher-citizen whose strength and determined generosity define true service.

García received the Emery-Mathis Award for Teaching Excellence. Over her 13 years at The Citadel, she has developed and taught more than 20 courses—10 of them newly created to meet the evolving needs of students—from Medical Spanish and Spanish for Law Enforcement to culturally rich courses exploring social activism, media and language.