Grace Overbeke

Grace Overbeke is a dedicated individual currently pursuing a PhD in Theatre/Theater at Northwestern University. Prior to this, Grace completed her studies at Wesleyan University and the University of Oxford. She has a wealth of experience in academia and research, having worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Duke University and currently holding the position of Assistant Professor at Columbia College Chicago. Grace has also been involved in various roles within the theater industry, including Director of Marketing and Communications at Theater J, Literary and Public Programs Apprentice at Studio Theatre, and Directing and Dramaturgy Intern at Portland Stage Company. Furthermore, she has shown her dedication to public service by serving as the Director of Celebration for Obama.