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Dr Simon Stevens is a Lecturer in International History at the School of History, Philosophy and Digital Humanities, University of Sheffield. He specializes in 20th-century international and transnational relations, particularly South Africa’s global engagements and opposition to apartheid.
Education:
- B.A. (University of Cambridge)
- M.Phil. (University of Cambridge)
- Ph.D. (Columbia University)
Research Interests: Simon explores the global anti-apartheid movement’s strategies, including boycotts, sanctions, and the shift to armed resistance by groups like the African National Congress. His book project, Laying Siege to South Africa, examines the historical evolution of these tactics. He also investigates South Africa’s relations with the U.S., Britain, and other nations during decolonization and Cold War eras.
Articles Trends: His publications analyze apartheid opposition through transnational lenses, focusing on strategic nonviolent to violent transitions, Cold War diplomacy, and the role of external actors in shaping South Africa’s political landscape.
Scientific Awards:
- Higher Education Academy Fellow
Advising & Grants: Simon supervises BA/MA dissertations on African, American, British, and international history. He has held pre-doctoral fellowships at Harvard University, New York University, and the University of Virginia, followed by post-doctoral roles at the European University Institute and St John’s College, Cambridge. He peer-reviews for journals like Diplomatic History and institutions such as the National Research Foundation of South Africa.
Labs/Teams: Active in research groups affiliated with the School of History, Philosophy and Digital Humanities, and collaborates with academic networks in decolonization and global history studies.
