Dr. Lawing teaches medieval history, German, and Old Icelandic literature. In addition, he teaches a course on World War II-era Germany and one on European folk- and fairy tales. His research focuses on medieval Scandinavia (Vikings!), particularly Old Norse laws and sagas.

Education

• Ph.D., University of Iceland
• M.A., University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill
• B.A., University of North Carolina–Charlotte

Areas of Research/Interest

• Medieval Scandinavia
• Old Norse laws and sagas