Ingrid Creppell

Ingrid Creppell is an Associate Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at George Washington University, holding a full-time faculty position. She earned her BA from Princeton University and MA/PhD from the University of Chicago. Her expertise spans political theory, early modern to modern thought, with a focus on conflict/identity, toleration, and liberalism. Current research examines constructions of 'the enemy' in American history through a comparative lens.

Teaching includes foundational courses on Western political thought (Plato to Aquinas), 16th-19th century political theory, 20th-century thought, and advanced topics in political theory. Key publications include Toleration and Identity (Routledge, 2003) and Toleration on Trial (Lexington Books, 2008), as well as contributions to journals like Political Theory and Res Publica. Her work bridges disciplinary boundaries, exploring intersections between political philosophy, ethics, and social-cultural theory.