Stephen Ross Levitt

Stephen Ross Levitt serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Humanities and Politics at Nova Southeastern University's Halmos College of Arts and Sciences. His distinguished teaching career includes courses on Comparative Government, International Law, War Crimes, and Genocide in the 20th Century, recognized by multiple teaching excellence awards.

His academic credentials include:

• BA from York University (1979-1982)
• LL.B from Osgoode Hall Law School of York University (1982-1985)
• LL.M from the London School of Economics and Political Science (1985-1986)
• Bar Admission Course from the Law Society of Upper Canada (1987-1988)

Professor Levitt's research centers on Comparative Law and Government, International Law, and Transitional Justice, with specialized focus on War Crimes Trials and 20th Century Genocide. His interdisciplinary approach examines political and legal structures across Canada, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States, connecting historical analysis with contemporary justice mechanisms.

His recent scholarly output (2014-2023) demonstrates consistent engagement with German historical contexts, constitutional comparisons, and international war crimes tribunals. These works reveal a methodological synthesis of legal scholarship, historical inquiry, and political analysis focused on accountability mechanisms and human rights evolution.

His scientific recognition includes:

• Excellence in Teaching Award, Farquhar Center of Undergraduate Studies (2001)
• Best Lecturer Award, Institute of Learning in Retirement (2002)
• Best Lecturer Award, Institute of Learning in Retirement (2003)

While specific graduate student mentorship details are not documented, Professor Levitt maintains active scholarly engagement through 72 recorded activities including presentations on comparative pandemic responses, historical analyses of Roman emperors, and contemporary electoral systems. His professional trajectory bridges legal practice (1986-1990 with Toronto's Anderson, Sinclair law firm) with academic scholarship.

No dedicated research laboratories or formal research teams are indicated in current professional documentation.