publications & presentations
Lisa’s academic work focuses on religious revivals and the First Great Awakening, innovative pedagogy, and spirituality and literature.
teaching
Lisa partnered with Pepperdine University’s Genesis Lab to create a virtual reality experience of George Whitefield’s world-renowned preaching.
Lisa presented her ideas for using comics to teach writing at Comic-Con International.
Lisa was honored to receive Pepperdine University’s prestigious Howard A. White Award for Teaching Excellence in September 2023, an award that recognizes outstanding teachers who embody the University’s commitment to excellence. Lisa is pictured here with Pepperdine University president Jim Gash.
Lisa Smith 