Patricia J. Saunders

Patricia J. Saunders is an Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in Hemispheric Caribbean Studies at the University of Miami's College of Arts and Sciences. Her work bridges English literature, Caribbean studies, and African American studies, with a focus on postcolonial discourse, gender dynamics, and cultural resistance.

• Role: Professor
• Department: English
• School: College of Arts and Sciences

Her research explores themes such as:

• Caribbean popular culture and insurgency
• Gender and power in Haitian literature
• Diasporic identity in the Black Atlantic
• Archival challenges in postcolonial narratives
• Translation and cultural identity
• Diversity initiatives in higher education

Her publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to Caribbean literary studies, emphasizing intersections of race, gender, and migration. Current projects include collaborations with institutions like the Caribbean Writers Summer Institute.