Thea Smith

Thea Smith

Research Interest

Thea obtained a BA in Political Science from the University of Chicago, graduating with departmental honors. While there, she studied political theory with an emphasis on comparative thought and literary analysis. Her specific areas of interest include questions of political belonging, migration, and gender. She plans to continue her studies through the investigation of political and intellectual history, and media such as cinema and literature. 

Prior to her start at Columbia and LSE, Thea has been involved in the development and production of historical and political documentaries, oral histories, and podcasts. She is interested in exploring the relationship between history and modern storytelling, the influence of historical nostalgia, and the history of emotions.