Jillian Reese

Jillian Reese has a diverse work experience spanning over a decade. Jillian'smost recent position was as the Community Program Manager at the Detroit Institute of Arts, where they focused on bringing the museum's collection, programs, and education into communities across Metro Detroit. Jillian'sresponsibilities included project management, building relationships with community stakeholders, and co-creating inside and outside the museum to provide relevant experiences for the public. Prior to this, they worked as a Community Relations Specialist at the same institute.

Jillian also gained experience in the non-profit sector working as the National Dialogues on Immigration Project Assistant at the International Coalition of Sites of Conscience. Jillian also worked as a Consultant at the New York State Historical Association.

Jillian'sbackground includes internships and assistantships in various museums and research institutions, such as the Jane Addams Hull House Museum, Cooperstown Graduate Program, and the Benson Ford Research Center at The Henry Ford.

Earlier in their career, they held positions at Kalamazoo College and the Southwest Michigan Black Heritage Society, where they served as a Circulation Desk Attendant, Tour Guide, and Assistant to the President, respectively.

Jillian's work experience also includes a research assistant role at the Forum Frauen- und Geschlechterforschung.

Overall, Jillian Reese has demonstrated their expertise in community engagement, project management, and research, with a strong focus on promoting access to cultural resources and creating inclusive experiences.

Jillian Reese completed their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in History, with a focus on Women, Gender, and Sexuality, at Kalamazoo College from 2007 to 2011. In 2009, they also studied German Language and History at Universität Bonn for a semester. Later, from 2012 to 2014, Jillian pursued a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Museum Studies at SUNY Oneonta, Cooperstown Graduate Program.