Born in Sudbury, Massachusetts, Wade Smith is currently studying for a BA in International Studies with a minor in Arab Studies at the American University in Washington, DC. As a freshman, Wade became interested in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict after becoming involved in the Onevoice movement at AU, which promotes awareness of the conflict and greater dialogue between Pro-Israelis and Pro-Palestinians at AU. Wade is looking forward to learning more about approaching the issue from a Pro-Palestinian, Pro-peace perspective, as well as being part of an organization committed to supporting a Palestinian State