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David Smith is a Professor in the Department of Classics at San Francisco State University, serving as Undergraduate Coordinator and advisor for CSA/Pithos programs. He has been affiliated with SF State since 2004. His research focuses on Greek colonial history in Magna Graecia, particularly Sicily, integrating environmental humanities perspectives. Key areas include ancient theater outside Athens, Sicilian cultural identity, and comparative colonial studies. Over 15 years, his publications explore topics ranging from Aeschylean reception in Sicily to Thucydides' analysis of Athenian ignorance during the Sicilian Expedition. His work bridges classical texts with archaeological and environmental contexts, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches.
- Research Interests: Greek Sicily, Magna Graecia, Environmental Humanities, Ancient Theater
- Teaching: Classics curriculum development, undergraduate mentorship
Publications reflect deep engagement with colonial dynamics, mythological intersections, and political narratives in antiquity. He actively reviews contemporary scholarship on Greek history and environmental studies, contributing to academic discourse through critical engagement with emerging themes such as Eurocentrism in classical studies.
