Paulo Ravecca

Paulo Ravecca is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at Saint Mary’s University (SMU), Faculty of Arts. He joined SMU in 2023 after teaching at Universidad de la República in Uruguay. His academic work critically examines intersections of power, knowledge, and subjectivity through Marxist, psychoanalytic, poststructuralist, and decolonial frameworks. He is editor of the Journal of Narrative Politics and former Chair of the International Political Science Association’s Research Committee 33. Ravecca’s research challenges conventional political science narratives, emphasizing how knowledge perpetuates power structures.

Educational Background:

• PhD in Political Science, York University (2016) – 50th Anniversary Award
• MA in Political Science, York University (2009) – Verney Book Prize
• BA (Honours) in Political Science, Universidad de la República (2007) – Best Thesis Award

Research Interests:

Ravecca explores narrative methodologies in political science, far-right politics (especially in the Americas), neoliberalism’s impact on identity, and decolonial theory. His work critiques the politicization of innocence, examines memory practices in human rights contexts, and interrogates how Global South theories navigate Northern academic spaces. He advocates for interdisciplinary collaboration and pedagogical innovation in academia.

Professional Contributions:

• Organized the 2023 World Congress of Political Science session on Memory Activisms
• Co-founder of the Journal of Narrative Politics
• Collaborates with the Canadian Institute for Far-Right Studies
• Active in Latin American Studies Association committees

Awards & Recognition:

• York University’s top PhD award (2016)
• Uruguayan Ministry of Education’s Mention of Honour (2007)

Teaching Philosophy:

Ravecca views the classroom as a vital space for critical thought amid neoliberal pressures. He emphasizes collective intellectual engagement and has taught at institutions across Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and beyond.