Nasha Smith Title: Contributor Education: Arizona State University Nasha Smith has worked as a writer for over 10 years, covering everything from sports to pop cultureShe joined PEOPLE as a contributing writer in 2022.Nasha Smith's work has previously appeared in outlets such as Condé Nast Traveler, InStyle, Shondaland, Thrillist, Lonely Planet, Business Insider, Forbes, Sports Illustrated, and ESPN’s Andscape. Experience Nasha Smith has over 10 years of experience as a writer and has been a contributing writer for PEOPLE since 2022.She has covered entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and sports with bylines in Condé Nast Traveler, InStyle, Shondaland, Thrillist, Lonely Planet, Business Insider, Forbes, Sports Illustrated, and ESPN’s Andscape. Nasha is a Ph.D. student and Graduate College Enrichment Fellow at Arizona State University's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. She holds a Master’s degree in Sports Ethics and Integrity from Swansea University, a Master’s degree in Strategic Communication from Texas Christian University, and a Bachelor’s degree from Grambling State University in Mass Communication with a minor in French. About PEOPLE PEOPLE, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, delivers the most trustworthy celebrity news and captivating human interest stories, connecting you to the pulse of American culture. Since our first issue hit stands in 1974, we have been striving to tell compelling stories about the people behind the issues, as opposed to just the issues themselves. We are your everyday escape, taking you inside the lives of intriguing stars, newsmakers, up-and-comers and ordinary people doing extraordinary things. We serve and delight you by providing ideas about beauty, food and style through the lens of the people influencing the trends. And we are a force for good by telling stories of hope, optimism and kindness that drive conversation and inspire action. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.