Dr. Stephanie Savell

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Biography

Stephanie Savell is a public anthropologist researching militarism, (in)security, and activism in the United States' post-9/11 wars. Her work critically examines the U.S. militarism landscape and how it intersects with various facets of society. Savell's research has been instrumental in producing a comprehensive understanding of the Costs of War, a project investigating the implications of U.S. military engagement globally. This initiative has led to her contributions being cited in numerous media articles and broadcasts, including President Biden's official discourse on the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. Her insights have been widely disseminated through various channels, featuring in prominent media outlets such as CNN, BBC World News, and Smithsonian Magazine. She has co-authored significant works, including 'The Civic Imagination: Making a Difference in American Political Life', and published extensively in esteemed journals such as American Anthropologist and American Ethnologist. Beyond academia, Savell actively engages with the public, participating in notable interviews and discussions across platforms like NPR and Vox.

Research Interests

Experience

Director Costs of War

— Present

Brown University • Providence, RI

Leads the Costs of War project, focusing on the implications of U.S. military engagements and their consequences.

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics