Reid Lusk

Master's-trained historian specializing in medieval history, historical methodology, and primary-source interpretation. Experienced in archival research, Old Norse translation, historiographical analysis, and evaluating historical arguments for factual accuracy, evidentiary support, chronology, and logical consistency. Skilled at identifying weaknesses and communicating clear, evidence-based corrections.

Graduate Researcher at Texas Tech University (2023-08 – 2026-06)

• Conducted original archival research at the Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies in Reykjavík, examining manuscripts and source traditions related to Icelandic conversion and church history.
• Translated and analyzed Old Norse texts concerning the settlement and Christianization of Iceland, including sagas, ecclesiastical narratives, homiletic material, and historiographical sources.
• Evaluated competing historical interpretations by comparing primary evidence, chronology, manuscript context, authorial perspective, and modern scholarship.
• Produced and orally defended a substantial graduate project integrating historical methodology, source criticism, and interdisciplinary analysis including a 30 page paper based on archival research and historical analysis.
• Communicated complex findings through clear argumentation, evidence-based revision, and detailed responses to faculty feedback.

Undergraduate Research Seminar at West Texas A&M University (2021-01 – 2021-05)

• Conducted original research on the relationship between the Soviet state and women in the Russian Orthodox Church.
• Developed a 25-page research paper based on primary and secondary sources, with emphasis on institutional power, gender, religion, and political context.

Master of Arts in History – Texas Tech University (2026-08)

Bachelor of Arts in History – West Texas A&M University (2022-08)

Associate of Arts in Psychology – Amarillo College (2020-05)