She received her undergraduate degree in History from Milligan College in Milligan College, Tennessee, and her Master’s degree in American History from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Dr. Holyfield’s Ph.D. in American History is from the University of Delaware. Her professional interests include business and economic history with a focus on Delaware, Colonial America, and public history. She serves as a board member of the George Washington Society of Wilmington, Delaware and the Treasurer of the Town of Woodside.