William Petersen

William graduated from Susquehanna University in 2014 with a degree in English and History (emphasis in American History).  He was a member of Phi Alpha Theta (History Honor Society), vice president of Pi Gamma Mu (Social Sciences Honor Society), and a member of Sigma Tau Delta (English Honor Society).  He was also the president of Shakespeare Club at Susquehanna.  His senior thesis was focused on the ramifications of the Penns Creek Massacre of 1755 and the development of race relations between Pennsylvania colonists and Native American tribes.   


William will be pursuing a concentration in Early American History in an effort to continue research of that sort.  His research interests are focused on early American history, particularly on the French and Indian War and colonial/Native American interactions.  Outside of academia his interests include reading, finding new music, playing video games, and watching TV and movies.