Betty Yu

Betty Yu is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication and Media Arts at Manhattanville College. Her work bridges artistic practice and social activism, with a strong focus on issues of labor, immigration, gentrification, racism, militarism, and transgender rights. She is based in Nugent Hall, Room 560D, and can be reached at byu@mmm.edu or 212-517-0664.

Education:

• B.F.A. in Film and Television, Tisch School of the Arts, New York University
• M.F.A. in Integrated Media Arts, Hunter College, City University of New York
• New Media Narratives Certificate, International Center of Photography

Betty Yu's research and creative interests lie at the intersection of media, art, and social justice. She uses documentary filmmaking, photography, and multimedia installations to explore systemic inequalities and community resistance. Her work emphasizes participatory and community-centered storytelling, particularly within marginalized urban communities. As a co-founder of the Chinatown Art Brigade, she leverages art as a tool for anti-displacement activism and cultural preservation.

Although no scholarly articles are listed, her exhibited works reflect deep engagement with themes in urban studies, critical race theory, gender and sexuality studies, and media activism. Her practice contributes significantly to the fields of socially engaged art and visual anthropology.

Scientific and Artistic Recognition:

• Award-winning filmmaker (specific award not named)

Betty Yu has been actively involved in cultural organizing and community-based projects. She mentors emerging artists and activists through her role in the Chinatown Art Brigade and academic teaching. While no formal grants are mentioned, her extensive exhibition history suggests external support and institutional recognition. She contributes to public scholarship through screenings and exhibitions at major cultural institutions.

Labs, Teams, and Affiliations:

• Co-founder, Chinatown Art Brigade — a cultural collective dedicated to anti-displacement and community empowerment through art
• Exhibitions and collaborations with Brooklyn Museum, Queens Museum, Tenement Museum, Artists Space, BRIC Biennial, Apexart, and others