Drew Swanson

Drew Swanson is the Jack N. and Addie D. Averitt Distinguished Professor of Southern History at Georgia Southern University's Department of History, part of the College of Arts and Humanities. His research focuses on the U.S. South, environment, agriculture, and public history. Before academia, he worked as a farmer, zookeeper, and park ranger.

• Education:
• B.S., Lees McRae College (2001)
• M.A., Appalachian State University (2004)
• Ph.D., University of Georgia (2010)

His scholarship includes award-winning publications in journals like American Historical Review and four books. Current projects explore hunting consumer culture and white-tailed deer history. He served as past president of the Agricultural History Society and is incoming editor of Agricultural History.

Dr. Swanson advises graduate students in Southern and environmental studies. His work bridges historical analysis with public engagement, including roles in scholarly organizations.