ESP Biography



KHUSHMITA DHABHAI, ESP Teacher



Major: Political Science

College/Employer: Stanford

Year of Graduation: 2026

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Brief Biographical Sketch:

Khushmita is a rising sophomore at Stanford University. Academically, she is interested in the social sciences. She has authored numerous publications on the politics of South Asia and has delivered two TED talks on her research. Extracurricular-wise, she is passionate about drama and poetry.

Fun facts about her: She can rap the periodic table, is a foodie (ask her about the best vegan restaurants in Palo Alto), and loves Modern Family!



Past Classes

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L7861: Unpacking Nationalism: Perspectives from Political Science in Splash Spring 2023 (May. 20 - 21, 2023)
What is nationalism? From white nationalism in the United States to anti-immigrant nationalism in France and civic nationalism in Singapore– nationalist parties have increased in popularity worldwide in recent years. A range of social, economic, and political factors influences these trends in nationalism. While nationalism can provide a sense of unity and pride for members of a particular nation or ethnic group, it can also lead to conflict and division, particularly when different national or ethnic groups are in competition for resources or political power. This course explores the origins and consequences of nationalism– using case studies from various regions of the world.