Philip Nash, Ph.D.

Philip Nash, Ph.D., is a professor of history and international studies. He teaches a variety of topics including 20th century U.S. history, globalization, the Holocaust, Vietnam, women’s history, African American history, and World War II. 
 
He is the author of three books, most recently Clare Boothe Luce: American Renaissance Woman (2022). At Penn State, he has earned three teaching awards, including the Penn State Alumni Association Award for Excellence in Teaching (2008). He was Fulbright Visiting Professor at the National University of Singapore in 2010. 
 
Students in his class can expect a mix of materials, assessments, and activities. Reading can include not only textbooks but also first-person primary sources and a graphic novel. A typical week consists of lecture, videos, and group discussions, with the latter sometimes pitting group against group in a Jeopardy!-style game show. 
 
Dr. Nash’s classes help students not only become more informed citizens, but they also prepare students for successful careers by honing the skills all employers look for, such as clear written and verbal communication, critical analysis, and effective teamwork.