Dr. Timothy Smith

Biography

Timothy Smith is a professor in the Department of History at Queen's University. He specializes in Modern Europe with a focus on France, exploring themes such as comparative public policy and welfare state history. Smith has taught undergraduate courses covering Modern Europe, the United States since 1945, and twentieth-century policies. At the graduate level, he supervises students across various fields including France, Germany, the UK, Canada, and the USA, specifically in the context of historical and contemporary politics. His work intersects with the Department of Political Studies, reflecting his expertise in political analysis. Smith has received the History Department's Teaching Award and has been nominated for the Frank Knox Teaching Award. His research includes the publication 'France Crisis / La France injuste', and he has contributed to discussions on the French economy and social model through various media outlets, including Le Figaro and the Wall Street Journal. Additionally, he has been active in addressing issues such as youth unemployment and has presented at significant conferences including those organized by the French National Assembly.

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