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Chelsea Peterson-SalahuddinView profile

Assistant Professor

• Critical Digital Studies
• Black Feminism
• Social Media and Social Computing
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Chelsea Peterson-Salahuddin is an Assistant Professor of Information at the School of Information, University of Michigan. Her research focuses on how marginalized communities, particularly Black women and queer individuals, engage with digital technologies to seek information, build communities, and challenge systemic inequities. She explores how technological infrastructure both enables and replicates barriers to equity. She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Media, Technology, and Society from Northwestern University, and a B.A. in Political Science and Media Studies from Vassar College. Her work has been published in top journals like Critical Studies in Media Communication and New Media and Society , and she is currently completing a book on Black feminism and popular media. Her research interests include critical digital studies, algorithmic ethics, intersectional journalism, and Black feminist theory. Notable projects address information inequity, algorithmic reparations for hate speech moderation, and the role of TikTok in social activism. She has received grants from The Russell Sage Foundation and recognition from the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication. As a faculty member, she advises Ph.D. students and emphasizes qualitative methods in studying digital media’s societal impacts. Her work bridges critical theory with practical solutions to address systemic biases in information systems and platforms.

• Political Violence
• Social Identities
• Remembrance Politics
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Dr. Sabine Mannitz is Head of the Research Department 'Glocal Junctions' at the Peace Research Institute Frankfurt (PRIF) and Member of PRIF's Executive Board. She holds a PhD in Political Science/Cultural Anthropology from European University Viadrina and has been Senior Researcher at PRIF since 2002. Her research examines political violence transformations, cultural globalization dynamics, and remembrance politics. Her research interests focus on: Processes of change in political culture and social identities Practices of remembrance and remembrance politics Glocalization processes and transnational connections Security sector reforms and democratic civil-military relations Migration, integration, and diversity in multicultural societies Analysis of her publications reveals consistent focus on political violence manifestations, with recent work exploring museum representations of violence and colonial legacies. Her scholarly output demonstrates methodological diversity combining anthropological approaches with political science frameworks, particularly in examining German historical memory and security culture transformations. Dr. Mannitz coordinates international research collaborations including the Research Center 'Transformations of Political Violence' (TraCe) and maintains extensive professional networks across Europe and North America. Her work bridges academic research with policy engagement through PRIF's peacebuilding initiatives.

Kelly AllenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Hip-Hop Education
• Critical Race Theory
• Trap Feminism
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Kelly Allen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Research, Counseling, and Curriculum at Augusta University’s College of Education and Human Development. Specializing in hip-hop education as a liberatory praxis through critical race theory and trap feminism, her work confronts anti-Blackness in educational systems and elevates Black student and community experiences. Ph.D. in Urban Education (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 2022) M.A. in Urban Education (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 2018) Her research focuses on pedagogical applications of hip-hop, race/racism in educational spaces, and decolonizing curricula. Recent publications include chapters in scholarly books and journal articles exploring TrapCrit perspectives, freedom dreaming, and critiques of whiteness in culturally responsive pedagogy. Key themes across her 2024–2025 articles center anti-Blackness, reparative praxis, and the integration of Black children’s worldmaking into educational frameworks. Scientific Awards: 2022: Article of the Year, Journal of Urban Learning, Teaching, and Research Kelly contributes to departmental and university governance through roles in search committees and the COEHD Curriculum and Academic Policies Committee. She also serves as a Faculty Advisor for the Georgia Aspiring Educators Organization and participates in peer review for AERA, Curriculum Inquiry, and conferences.

Alexander LeeView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Ethics
• Climate Change
• Conservation
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Alexander Lee is an Associate Professor of Philosophy and Director of Liberal Studies Programs at Alaska Pacific University. His research focuses on environmental ethics, climate change, and the intersection of science, policy, and values in environmental problem-solving. He holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Theory and Values from the University of Colorado, Boulder, alongside an M.S. in Environmental Studies and a B.A. in Philosophy and Environmental Earth Science from Dartmouth College. Education : Ph.D. Environmental Theory and Values, University of Colorado, Boulder M.S. Environmental Studies, University of Colorado, Boulder A.B. Philosophy and Environmental Earth Science, Dartmouth College Lee’s research explores moral obligations in conservation, climate policy, and technological interventions. He emphasizes ethical frameworks for ecosystem restoration, species reintroduction, and climate adaptation. His recent work addresses topics like unintentional geoengineering ethics and the moral status of abiotic nature. Lee actively engages in public discourse through his climate ethics podcast *A Hostile Climate*, contributions to media outlets like *High Country News*, and advocacy with Protect Our Winters. His articles reflect a focus on ethical dimensions of environmental challenges, including consumerist solutions to animal agriculture, carnivore reintroduction ethics, and policy constraints in conservation. His work bridges academic philosophy and practical environmental governance. Lee has no listed scientific awards but is affiliated with the Committee on Environmental Thought. He teaches courses in ethics, environmental philosophy, and science policy. His external activities include writing for *The High Route* and *Ski Journal*, reflecting his interests in outdoor pursuits and climate communication.

Susan A. StarkView profile

Professor

• Moral Psychology
• Social Philosophy
• Reparative Justice
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Susan A. Stark is a Professor of Philosophy at Bates College, affiliated with the Department of Philosophy. She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. from Georgetown University and a B.A. from Brown University. Her research focuses on moral psychology and social philosophy. In moral psychology, she examines the roles of emotions in morality. In social philosophy, she advocates for reparations addressing systemic racism and explores reproductive ethics, emphasizing midwifery care as a solution to maternal mortality disparities. Recent publications include critiques of pity's moral value and analyses of the childbirth crisis in the U.S. No awards are listed, though her work engages deeply with structural inequities. No advising/grants information provided. No specific labs or teams mentioned.

Angharad McLarenView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Clothing Longevity
• Sustainable Fashion
• Consumer Behavior
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Angharad McLaren is a Senior Lecturer at Nottingham School of Art & Design, Nottingham Trent University. She specializes in Computer Aided Design (CAD) and woven textiles for sportswear, medical, protective applications, and interdisciplinary practice. Current role: Senior Lecturer in Textile Design Research Fellow in Clothing Longevity (DEFRA-funded project) Previously: Associate Research Staff, Visiting Lecturer, Textile Design Lecturer at Dundee University/Glasgow School of Art Her research spans Clothing Longevity , Sustainable Fashion , Craft Theory , and Textile Design for Health , with a focus on consumer behavior, digital textiles, and humor in design. Key sponsors include DEFRA/WRAP. Recent publications analyze electronic textile reparability , interdisciplinary educational approaches , and consumer attitudes toward sustainable fashion . She collaborates with industry partners on circular economy strategies.

Tatiana M.F. CruzView profile

Assistant Professor

• African American History
• Latinx Studies
• Urban History
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Tatiana M.F. Cruz is an Assistant Professor and Interdisciplinary Program Director of Africana Studies and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at Simmons University's Department of Race, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Her work bridges African American and Latinx histories, urban social movements, and oral history methodologies. She co-founded the North Star Collective, a regional consortium advancing faculty racial equity in New England higher education. Education: PhD, History (University of Michigan); Graduate Certificate in African American and Diasporic Studies (University of Michigan); MA, History (University of Michigan); BA, History & American Studies (Williams College). Research focuses on Boston's racial politics, with a forthcoming book Deep North Uprising (UPenn Press). Her writing appears in Journal of Urban History and New England Quarterly , alongside chapters on urban social movements and academic equity. Awards include ACE's 2024 DEIJ Award and Simmons' 2021 Innovative Teaching Award. Grants include support from the Woodrow Wilson Fellowship Foundation, Harvard's Ash Center, and the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. She teaches courses such as Behind the Veil: Simmons Black Oral History Project and advises on DEIJ initiatives.

• Shakespeare Studies
• Queer Theory
• Disability Studies
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Christine Gottlieb is an Assistant Professor in the Department of English at California State University, East Bay. Her research focuses on Shakespeare Studies, Queer Theory, Disability Studies, and Early Modern Literature, with a particular emphasis on gender representation, trauma, and modern reinterpretations of classical texts. Her work explores intersections between literature and societal issues such as disability justice, queer theory, and trauma. Recent publications analyze works by Shakespeare and early modern playwrights like Middleton, alongside modern adaptations. She also investigates pedagogical approaches to themes of death and ethical dilemmas in theater. No scientific awards or grants are listed in the provided text. Her academic contributions emphasize accessible digital humanities and reparative readings of classical texts.

• Environmentalism
• Religion and Ecology
• Latinx Religion
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Amanda J Baugh serves as a Professor in the Department of Religious Studies at California State University, Northridge, and holds an affiliation as a Faculty Affiliate with the Institute for Sustainability. Her academic profile demonstrates deep engagement with the intersections of religion, environmentalism, and social justice through both teaching and research. Her educational foundation includes a Ph.D. (2011) and M.A. (2008) from Northwestern University, complemented by a B.A. from Hendrix College (2004). This rigorous academic training underpins her specialized expertise in religious environmentalism. Dr. Baugh's research critically examines how religious identity shapes environmental values and activism, with particular focus on Latinx Catholic communities. Her scholarship challenges dominant white frameworks in environmental movements, revealing how race and ethnicity fundamentally structure ecological engagement. She explores concepts like 'Abuelita Theology' and 'Nepantla Environmentalism' to highlight alternative epistemologies emerging from marginalized communities, while also investigating pedagogical approaches for addressing racism in environmental education. Analysis of her recent publications (2020-2024) reveals three dominant thematic clusters: 1) Latinx Catholic environmental praxis emphasizing cultural continuity and resistance, 2) Critical race analyses of whiteness in mainstream environmentalism, and 3) Innovative pedagogical frameworks for inclusive environmental education. Her work consistently bridges theoretical religious studies with practical sustainability concerns, particularly through the lens of Catholic social teaching. As an educator, Dr. Baugh teaches undergraduate Religious Studies courses (RS 100) and supervises graduate thesis work in Sustainability (SUS 698), mentoring students in research connecting religious perspectives with environmental challenges. Her faculty affiliation with the Institute for Sustainability demonstrates institutional recognition of her interdisciplinary contributions to sustainability scholarship.

Jimena PerryView profile

Assistant Professor

• Memory Studies
• Public History
• Museums and Exhibitions
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Jimena Perry is an Assistant Professor in the History Department at Iona University. She specializes in memory studies, human rights, and public history in Latin America, particularly Colombia. Her research examines how communities and individuals negotiate historical narratives of violence, museums, and cultural heritage. Perry holds a Ph.D. in History from The University of Texas at Austin, an MPhil in Social Anthropology from the University of Cambridge, and a BS in Anthropology from Universidad de Los Andes in Bogotá, Colombia. Her teaching includes courses on Latin American history and drug trafficking, reflecting her focus on transnational issues and public engagement. Perry serves as Project Manager of the International Federation for Public History’s Explorers initiative since 2018, emphasizing decolonial approaches and global south perspectives. Her publications explore topics such as guerrilla memory struggles, museum curation of violence, and digital communities in public history. Perry’s work bridges academic and public spheres, advocating for inclusive historical narratives. Recent projects include analyzing transnational memory dynamics in Colombia and Venezuela and curating exhibitions addressing historical trauma. Her scholarship highlights the intersection of anthropology, history, and activism to foster dialogue on unresolved pasts.

Richard PerezView profile

Associate Professor

• U.S. Latino/a Literature
• Caribbean Literature
• Postcolonial Literature
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Richard Perez is an Associate Professor of English at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, part of the City University of New York (CUNY). He specializes in U.S. Latino/a, Caribbean, and Postcolonial literatures, directing the college’s minor in U.S. Latinx Literature. His research focuses on negative aesthetics, magical realism, and the intersections of ethnicity and form in literature. Education: PhD from CUNY Graduate Center and BA from New York University. He has received prestigious awards including the Andrew Mellon Foundation Fellowship and CUNY’s Distinguished Teaching Award (2013). His edited works include The Palgrave Handbook of Magical Realism in the Twenty-First Century and Moments of Magical Realism in U.S. Ethnic Literatures . Research interests emphasize the transformative potential of magical realism in global contexts, decolonial memory, and the ethical dimensions of ethnic narratives. His publications analyze authors like Junot Díaz, Toni Morrison, and Piri Thomas, exploring themes of transnationalism, trauma, and identity. Professional contributions include co-founding the Biennial U.S. Latinx Literary Theory Conference and serving on editorial boards such as Centro Journal for Puerto Rican Studies . His current projects include Towards a Negative Aesthetics: U.S. Latinx Fiction and the Remaking of American Literature .

• Legal Ethics
• Law and Technology
• Social Media Law
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Justice John G. Browning serves as Distinguished Jurist in Residence at Faulkner University's Jones School of Law, having joined the faculty in 2021. A retired justice of Texas' Fifth Court of Appeals with 35 years of civil litigation experience, he previously held adjunct appointments at SMU Dedman School of Law, Texas A&M University School of Law, and Texas Tech University School of Law. He chairs the State Bar of Texas' Taskforce for Responsible AI and the Law and is an elected member of the American Law Institute. Education includes: J.D., University of Texas School of Law (1989) B.A. (with honors), Rutgers University (1986) Browning's research focuses on the intersection of law, ethics, and technology, particularly: Legal ethics in social media and AI contexts Digital evidence and litigation strategies Judicial use of technology Historical studies on racial justice in law Emerging liability issues in technology platforms His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on artificial intelligence ethics, historical legal reparations, and technology's impact on courtroom procedures. Awards include: ABA Silver Gavel Award (2022) National Judicial College's 'Courageous Judge' (2023) Four Burton Awards for Legal Writing (2009-2014) Texas Bar Foundation Lifetime Achievement in Legal Ethics (2016) Multiple state bar awards for publications and professionalism As chair of the Responsible AI Taskforce, he leads initiatives examining ethical AI implementation in legal systems. His work has been cited in judicial opinions nationwide and featured in major media including The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times.

Joshua RiosView profile

Adjunct Associate Professor

• Art History
• Critical Theory
• Social Justice
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Joshua Rios is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC), teaching across Liberal Arts, Contemporary Practices, and Visual and Critical Studies. He holds dual BAs in Art History and English Literature (2009, Texas State University) and an MAVCS from SAIC (2013). His work focuses on sound studies, decolonization, and social justice through art. Rios has organized exhibitions at venues like the Vincent Price Art Museum and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. He received grants including the MAP Fund and 3Arts Make a Wave Grant. Research & Teaching: Courses include 'Sound, Noise, Power' exploring sonic justice and 'Decolonizing Time Travel' addressing archival critiques. He also teaches 'Doing Democracy' examining equitable education practices. His pedagogy emphasizes marginalized voices and hybrid art-scholarship approaches. Awards: Team Teaching Award (SAIC), Faculty Enrichment Grant (SAIC), Diversity Infusion Grant (SAIC), MAP Fund, 3Arts Grant, Propeller Fund. Professional Development: Oversees internship programs (CAPX) preparing students for arts careers. Structured mentorship and site visits to Chicago archives are key components.

Kirsten GreerView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental History
• Historical Geography
• Political Ecology
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Dr. Kirsten Greer is an Associate Professor in the Departments of History and Geography at Nipissing University, serving as Graduate Program Coordinator for Environmental Science/Studies. A Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Global Environmental Histories and Geographies since 2015, her work focuses on reparative environmental histories across the global North Atlantic, integrating Indigenous knowledge with interdisciplinary scholarship. She holds a PhD from Queen's University, preceded by degrees from McGill and Wilfrid Laurier. Her research explores human-environment relations, colonial legacies of the British Empire, and the politics of biodiversity heritage. Key projects include studying militarization's ecological impacts, environmental histories of the 'Near North,' and the colonial afterlives of imperial knowledge. Collaborations with Indigenous communities emphasize land claims, repatriation, and cultural revitalization. Greer has published widely in historical geography and environmental history journals, including Annals of the Association of American Geographers and Historical Geography . Her 2020 book Red Coats and Wild Birds examines military ornithology's role in shaping colonial empires. Awards include the SSHRC-funded Canada Research Chair, supporting her interdisciplinary research training and community-engaged scholarship. Teaching and mentorship are central to her role, with a focus on graduate programs blending humanities and geophysical sciences. She leads interdisciplinary initiatives like the Translocal Ecologies Compendium and co-edits special issues in Business History and Geoforum . Current projects include dendroprovenancing studies and place-based research partnerships in Nbisiing Anishinaabeg Territory.

Marcus Anthony HunterView profile

Professor

• Sociology
• African American Studies
• Urban Studies
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Dr. Marcus Anthony Hunter is a Professor and Scott Waugh Endowed Chair in the Division of the Social Sciences at UCLA, holding dual appointments in Sociology and African American Studies. He pioneered the #BlackLivesMatter movement and authored/co-authored five books including Radical Reparations (2024). As the inaugural Chair of UCLA’s African American Studies Department and former President of the Association of Black Sociologists, he has been a leader in advancing racial equity. Endowed Chair: Scott Waugh Endowed Chair in Social Sciences Research Focus: Race, urban studies, reparations, and Black spatiality Key Positions: Department Chair, Association President, Congressional Policy Advisor His research has been funded by the National Science Foundation and Social Science Research Council. He played a pivotal role drafting legislation for the US Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation Commission. His work bridges academic rigor with public engagement through media appearances on C-SPAN, BBC, NPR, and major newspapers. Publications span sociological theory, urban ethnography, and policy analysis, emphasizing methodological innovation in studying race and space. His recent work focuses on reparative justice frameworks and Black placemaking strategies in American cities.