Jean O'Brien facts for kids
Jean Maria O'Brien, born on February 2, 1958, is an important American historian. She is a member of the White Earth Band of Ojibwe people. She studies the history of American Indian people from the northeastern Woodlands region.
About Jean Maria O'Brien
Jean Maria O'Brien is a well-known historian. She focuses on the history of Native American groups. Her work helps us understand the past of these communities. She teaches history and American Indian Studies at the University of Minnesota.
Her Education and Career
Jean Maria O'Brien earned her Ph.D. from the University of Chicago. There, she studied with a famous anthropologist named Raymond D. Fogelson. An anthropologist studies human societies and cultures.
Since 2015, she has been a McKnight Distinguished University Professor. This is a special title given to professors who are very good at teaching and research. She helps students learn about the rich history and cultures of Native Americans.
