Nadia W-Charles

Nadia W-Charles is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Literary, Cultural and Communication Studies at the University of Arizona. She holds a Ph.D. in Cultural Studies from the University of the West Indies (UWI), specializing in Black Nationalism and Jamaican music scenes, and an M.Sc. in Cyberpsychology from Nottingham Trent University, focusing on online research methods. Her work bridges academia and industry, having served as a Research and Brand Insights Specialist in Jamaica, applying interdisciplinary research to consumer behavior analysis and brand strategy.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Cultural Studies (UWI): Focus on Black Nationalism and Jamaican music scenes
• M.Sc. in Cyberpsychology (Nottingham Trent University): Emphasis on online research methods

Research Interests: Dr. W-Charles explores Caribbean consumerism, music scenes as cultural artifacts, the intersection of Black Nationalism with contemporary politics, and the politics of difference. Her work critically examines how cultural identities shape consumer behavior and digital interactions.

Professional Experience:

• 9 years teaching Caribbean and Media Studies at UWI
• 3 years as Research and Brand Insights Specialist in Jamaica

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