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About Sierra Gehrke
General Education
Sierra Gehrke has over a decade of teaching experience across a wide range of humanities courses, including English Composition, Speech Communication, Sociology, Pop Culture, Career Development, and American History. She brings a passion for exploring how revolutions, migrations, technology, and artistic expression shape the way we communicate. Sierra earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in American History from San Francisco State University, with a focus on modern political, cultural, and social history. She also studied sculpture and European politics at L’Accademia di Belle Arti in Florence, Italy. Her classes emphasize growth, participation, and building confidence in public speaking.
Formal Education
B.A. in American History, San Francisco State University
M.A. in American History, San Francisco State University
Sculpture and European Politics, L’Accademia di Belle Arti, Florence, Italy