Philip Skorokhodov

Philip Skorokhodov is an esteemed academic researcher with extensive history, political science, and international relations expertise. He focuses notably on the Second World War and in-depth studies of cities such as Moscow and Paris. Fluent in Russian and French, he is also a passionate educator, having taught at both the high school and college levels. Born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Philip excelled early, attending Manzano Day School and later Albuquerque Academy. He was an exceptional student, particularly noted for his achievements in History and English. His academic prowess led him to Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania, where he engaged deeply in the Honors Program and earned a Bachelor's degree in History, minoring in Political Science. His undergraduate thesis, "Who Won the War? Teaching the Young Generation: The Case of France (1946-2008)," critically examined the French education system's approach to World War II history after Liberation. Philip's scholarly journey took him abroad to Paris, France, during his junior year through the Internships in Francophone Europe program, enriching his understanding of French culture and politics. His academic ambitions continued at the University of Chicago, where he pursued a Master of Arts in Social Sciences. He produced a thesis entitled "The Second World War Debates in Russia (2000-2010): Political and Academic Obsession," which explored the persistent historical and political dialogues surrounding the war in contemporary Russia. Moving on to Arizona State University for his PhD in History, Philip focused on a dissertation titled "A Tale of Two Cities: Food, Hunger and Rationing in Moscow and Paris during WWII." He achieved ABD status, having completed all necessary coursework and exams, yet pending the defense of his dissertation. Throughout his academic career, Philip embarked on several research projects, including significant archival work in Moscow and Paris, focusing on wartime government rationing policies and their impacts on urban populations during World War II. He supported a professor in Paris by gathering data on the abolition of the death penalty in France. He translated crucial Russian documents for a professor's award-winning biography at the University of New Mexico. Philip has a rich teaching history, having designed curricula and delivered lectures on Western Civilization and U.S. History at Arizona State University. He was also an adjunct faculty member at Chandler-Gilbert Community College and temporarily taught Russian to elementary students. Alongside his teaching, he worked part-time at the Albuquerque International Association, helping with membership services and planning special events such as book club meetings and international cuisine nights. He also facilitated educational trips to Peru and Italy. Philip's linguistic abilities extend to English, Russian, French, and Spanish, supporting his deep love for travel and cultural exploration across Europe. Outside of academia, he enjoys outdoor activities like skiing and biking and stays active with weightlifting. He also indulges in artistic pursuits, attending concerts and visiting museums. Philip's life is greatly enriched by his beloved corgi, Ryzhik, who provides joy and comfort, complementing his professional and personal pursuits with loyal companionship.