Anne Martinez

Dr. Anne Martinez is an Assistant Professor of American Political Theory and Culture at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Arts, tenured since her appointment. She specializes in decolonial studies, U.S.-Mexico borderlands, and the intersection of religion with political identity. Her research projects include analyzing decolonial practices within Catholic communities and addressing systemic inequality in Dutch academia through the NWO-funded 'Disrupting Sameness' initiative.

Her academic background includes expertise in coloniality, Latino politics, and Texas history. She coordinates the Americas Research Collective and chairs the Program Committee in her department. Teaching responsibilities span courses like 'Theories of Culture' and 'Religion in the Borderlands,' emphasizing critical approaches to race, ethnicity, and regional identities in American studies.

Martinez's research bridges historical analysis with contemporary social issues, focusing on how marginalized communities resist colonial legacies through cultural practices and religious frameworks. Her work challenges Eurocentric narratives and explores decolonial pathways within institutional structures like the Catholic Church and Dutch universities.

Public engagement includes commentary on topics such as anti-Latino racism, U.S. presidential elections, and the commemoration of historical events like Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination.