Story of My Life: Dr. Ana Shippey
The Lee Clarion is excited to announce the return of Story of My Life — an interview-style podcast that highlights the untold stories of Lee University. Our second season features four faculty members who share how they’ve ended up here today. Stay tuned for a new episode each Friday!
Our guest this week is Dr. Ana Shippey, an associate professor of political science. Born in Natal, the capital city of the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Norte, Shippey’s family frequently moved around the country while she was young.
Shippey obtained her master’s degree in international relations from Pontificia Universidade Catolica de Rio de Janeiro, later obtaining her PhD in foreign affairs at the University of Virginia. Shippey began teaching at Lee in 2013, where she has taught ever since.
In this episode, Shippey reflects on her faith-guided life, the cultural differences between Brazil and the United States and the difficulty and reward that comes with motherhood.
Intro music by freshman Aaron Sills.