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Arts & Humanities, Social Sciences, Research, University of St Andrews

Research Essay - Ostalgie and Ostpolitik: Exploring Germany’s Complicated ‘Special Relationship’ to Russia

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Sophie Cooper
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Sophie Cooper (She/Her)
Laidlaw Scholar, University of St Andrews

My name is Sophie (she/her) and I am from South Wales but am currently studying International Relations and Social Anthropology at the University of St Andrews. I was a part of the 2024 Laidlaw cohort. 

My Laidlaw research project explored how nostalgia for life in the former East Germany continues to affect politics in today's reunified Germany, in particular Germany's foreign policy towards Russia. For my LiA project, I went to the European Centre for Minority Issues and created 'digital stories' about national minorities in the Germany-Denmark border region.  

In my free time, I like to read anything i can get my hands on, as well as cook a lot and try different recipes from around the world. I also really love travelling and exploring new places. 

I'd love to connect with someone who is interested in politics and diplomacy or otherwise shares my interests. And if you have any questions about my research, I'd love to chat about it!

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Hannah Watton
over 1 year ago

Congratulations, Sophie, this is such interesting research! You provide really fascinating insights into the complex and nuanced relationship formed between Germany and Russia throughout history. It was really inspiring to hear how you persevered despite the lack of willingness from individuals to discuss these topics. Looking forward to hearing your presentation at the Laidlaw Scholars Conference at University of Leeds!

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