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Travis D. Smith is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Concordia University, specializing in the intersection of politics, religion, and science in early modern thought. He holds a PhD from Harvard University, with prior degrees from Harvard (AM) and McMaster University (BA Honours). His research focuses on early modern political philosophy, particularly the works of Francis Bacon, Thomas Hobbes, and Alexis de Tocqueville, alongside the role of storytelling in political education.
Education Background:
- PhD (Harvard University)
- AM (Harvard University)
- BA (Honours) (McMaster University)
Research Interests:
- Early Modern Philosophy and its intersections with science and religion
- Politics in fiction and popular culture
- Critical analysis of modern governance and liberal education systems
His publications include award-winning works like Superhero Ethics (2018) and co-edited volumes such as Flattering the Demos (2018). He is affiliated with RECOVER19, analyzing pandemic policy responses. Teaching spans undergraduate and graduate courses on political theory, including seminars on Tocqueville, totalitarianism, and biotechnology policy discourse.
Advising and Grants: While specific grants are not listed, his extensive teaching portfolio includes advanced seminars and lab initiatives like the Reading Lab in Political Theory. His work bridges historical political thought with contemporary issues in education and governance.
Labs/Teams: Active member of RECOVER19 and founder of the Reading Lab in Political Theory at Concordia.
