Andy Tirrell Jeopardy Contestant Stats & Bio: Age, Job

Find out everything you need to know about Andy Tirrell, a Jeopardy Contestant appearing on Season 40 of the show airing on January 16, 2024!

Andy Tirrell Jeopardy Contestant Profile – Biography & Profession

Andy Tirrell is a Political Science & International Relations Professor from San Diego, California.

NameAndy Tirrell
Location & ResidenceSan Diego, California
Profession & JobsAssociate Professor of Political Science and International Relations at the University of San Diego; previously taught at Boston College, Tufts, and Harvard
Gender & SexMale
Age & Date of Birth
Nationality & EthnicityAmerican
Education & SchoolBA in Classics and History from Brandeis University; JD from Columbia University School of Law; Ph.D. in International Relations from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy (Tufts University)
Relationships (Married/Dating/Sexuality) & Family
Biography & More DetailsKnown for his appearance on Jeopardy! where he defeated a 21-day champion. His research focuses on environmental justice, natural resource management, marine policy, and the Arctic. He enjoys collaborating with students on research, including advising theses and capstone projects, and co-authoring publications.
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Andy Tirrell, an associate professor at the University of San Diego, specializes in Political Science and International Relations. He has an impressive academic background with degrees from Brandeis University, Columbia University School of Law, and the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. Tirrell has a notable teaching history, having taught at Boston College, Tufts, and Harvard before his current position. He gained public attention after his successful appearance on Jeopardy!, where he ended the winning streak of a 21-day champion. His academic research primarily revolves around environmental law and policy, human rights, and sustainable development, with a particular focus on environmental justice, natural resource management, and marine policy. Tirrell is also actively involved in student mentorship and collaborative research.

Andy Tirrell Jeopardy Results & Statistics

Looking to find out how Andy Tirrell did on Jeopardy tonight? Scroll down below to find out their final scores after each round as well as their competitor results!

Returning ChampionContestantContestant
Friday, 2 February 2024Juveria Zaheer
Whitby, Ontario, Canada
Psychiatrist

2 Day Winning Score: $31,800
Final Score: $11,800
Round 2 Score: $11,800
Round 1 Score: $6,200
Andy Tirrell
San Diego, California
Political Science & International Relations Professor

2 Day Score: $14,800
Final Score: $0
Round 2 Score: $4,400
Round 1 Score: $2,000
Michael Menkhus
Kansas City, Missouri
Data Analyst

2 Day Score: $2,799
Final Score: $2,799
Round 2 Score: $13,200
Round 1 Score: $2,800
Thursday, 1 February 2024Juveria Zaheer
Whitby, Ontario, Canada
Psychiatrist

Winning Score: $20,000
Round 2 Score: $34,000
Round 1 Score: $2,400
Andy Tirrell
San Diego, California
Political Science & International Relations Professor

Final Score: $14,800
Round 2 Score: $7,400
Round 1 Score: $3,800
Michael Menkhus
Kansas City, Missouri
Data Analyst

Final Score: $0
Round 2 Score: $16,400
Round 1 Score: $7,200
Monday, 29 January 2024Lloyd Sy
Originally Rockford, Illinois
Professor of American Literature

Final Score: $5,800
Round 2 Score: $19,800
Round 1 Score: $3,400
Andy Tirrell
San Diego, California
Political Science & International Relations Professor

Winning Score: $22,801
Round 2 Score: $16,800
Round 1 Score: $8,400
Martha Bath
Seattle, Washington
Retired CPA

Final Score: $7,200
Round 2 Score: $11,200
Round 1 Score: $4,200
Tuesday, 16 January 2024Andy Tirrell
San Diego, California
Political Science & International Relations Professor

Winning Score: $23,600
Round 2 Score: $21,800
Round 1 Score: $6,400
Katie Palumbo
Amawalk, New York
Museum Membership Specialist

Final Score: -$1,000
Round 2 Score: -$1,000
Round 1 Score: $5,400
Sharon Stone
Round Rock, Texas
Early Childhood Intervention Manager

Final Score: $100
Round 2 Score: $6,100
Round 1 Score: $600
Wednesday, 7 December 2022Andy Tirrell
San Diego, California
Political Science & International Relations Professor
1 Day Winnings of $15,399

Final Score: $1,199
Round 2 Score: $11,200
Round 1 Score: $5,600
Tammy Groner
Hamilton, New Jersey
Legal Assistant

Final Score: $399
Round 2 Score: $22,200
Round 1 Score: $12,200
Ron Cheung
Lakewood, Ohio
Economics Professor

Winning Score: $19,599
Round 2 Score: $22,000
Round 1 Score: $1,400
Tuesday, 6 December 2022Cris Pannullo
Ocean City, New Jersey
Customer Success Operations Manager
21 Day Winnings of $748,286

Final Score: $1,399
Round 2 Score: $12,600
Round 1 Score: $7,600
Andy Tirrell
San Diego, California
Political Science & International Relations Professor

Winning Score: $15,399
Round 2 Score: $11,900
Round 1 Score: -$1,000
Meghan Mello
North Smithfield, Rhode Island
Athletic Trainer

Final Score: $4,200
Round 2 Score: $4,200
Round 1 Score: $4,200

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