Sydnee's research focuses on Judaism and its role in politics, including how Judaism has been used on both sides of war and peace. Most importantly, she explores how Judaism – especially knowledge of Judaism and traditions connected to Jewish culture – can aid in the peace effort in the Middle East and beyond.

EDUCATION

• University of Virginia - MA in Religious Studies (anticipated graduation 2023)
• West Virginia University - BA in Religious Studies (2020), BA in International Studies with a focus in Africa and the Middle East (2020)

SELECTED AWARDS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Model UN Distinguished Delegation Award
• Biblical Archaeology Research Assistant, National Geographic
• Roos-Grunfeld Award
• Special Projects Manager and Events Assistant in the Jewish Studies Program at UVA