Patty Ahn

Patty Ahn is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Communication at the University of California San Diego. Their research focuses on Asian/Asian American studies, contemporary Korean and Korean American political economic and cultural history, postcolonial and feminist theory, global media (especially the Korean Wave), and digital storytelling. They integrate interdisciplinary media research, critical media practice, and community-based teaching models into their work.

Dr. Ahn holds a Ph.D. in Critical Studies from the University of Southern California’s School of Cinematic Arts. Their background includes community organizing and commercial production, which informs their approach to bridging academic research with practical applications.

No specific scientific awards or grants are listed in the provided information. Their teaching and research emphasize transmedia activism and global cultural dynamics, reflecting their commitment to socially engaged scholarship.