David Chioni Moore

David Chioni Moore is Professor of International Studies, English, African Studies and Critical Theory at Macalester College in Saint Paul, Minnesota. His work focuses on literary and cultural interactions across the African and Afro-diasporic worlds, with particular attention to long-distance connections and the African American poet Langston Hughes.

Moore's educational background includes:

• Ph.D. in Literature from Duke University (1996)
• Studies at Université de Dakar, Senegal (1986-87)
• B.A. magna cum laude from Brown University (1986) with triple major in Comparative Literature/Literary Translation, Semiotics, and Applied Mathematics

Moore's research spans postcolonial theory, post-Soviet studies, literary translation, and Black Atlantic studies. He examines how literary and cultural interactions shape global understanding, with particular focus on Africa, the Caribbean, and African America. His work often addresses the intersections of race, empire, and globalization, challenging traditional academic frameworks to develop more inclusive global perspectives.

His extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent engagement with transnational literary connections, particularly between Africa and its diasporas. Moore has made significant contributions to understanding Langston Hughes's global travels and writings, as well as comparative analyses of postcolonial and post-Soviet contexts. His work frequently explores how translation shapes literary reception across linguistic and cultural boundaries, with special attention to Ferdinand Oyono's Une vie de boy and its fourteen-language translations.

Throughout his career, Moore has held leadership positions including Chair of the International Studies Department (2006-2012 and Fall 2022), Director of the Critical Theory Program (2021-2023), and Director of the African Studies Program (2005-2007 and 2015-2019). His teaching encompasses courses on postcolonial theory, Langston Hughes, global food studies, and world literature, reflecting his commitment to interdisciplinary and global approaches to literary and cultural studies.