Sean R. Roberts
About Sean R. Roberts
Sean R. Roberts is an Associate Professor and Director of the International Development Studies Program at George Washington University, where he has worked since 2008. He holds a PhD in Anthropology and Film from the University of Southern California and specializes in the anthropology of Central Asia.
Work at The George Washington University
Sean R. Roberts has been serving as an Associate Professor and Director of the International Development Studies Program at George Washington University since 2008. In this role, he oversees a two-year master's degree program in international development at the Elliott School of International Affairs. His responsibilities include curriculum development, student mentorship, and conducting research in the field of international development.
Education and Expertise
Sean R. Roberts holds an MA and PhD in Anthropology and Film from the University of Southern California, where he studied from 1993 to 2001. He also earned a BA in Russian Language and History from Bowdoin College, completing his studies there from 1985 to 1990. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his research and teaching in international development and anthropology.
Background
Sean R. Roberts completed his high school education at Nichols High School from 1981 to 1985. Following his undergraduate studies, he engaged in various professional roles before joining George Washington University. His previous positions include serving as a Central Asian Affairs Fellow at Georgetown University and as a Senior Program Officer at the Academy for Educational Development.
Research Focus
Roberts conducts research related to the anthropology of Central Asia. His work explores cultural, social, and political aspects of the region, contributing to a deeper understanding of its complexities. This focus informs both his teaching and the curriculum of the International Development Studies Program at GWU.