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Adriana Zavala is a Professor and Chair of the Department of History of Art and Architecture at Tufts University, as well as a faculty member in the Department of Studies in Race, Colonialism, and Diaspora. Her research focuses on Modern and Contemporary Latinx and Mexican art, Latin American art, and critical studies of race, colonialism, and diaspora. She holds a PhD from Brown University and has authored/co-authored numerous books and articles, including Resurrecting Tenochtitlan (2023) and Becoming Modern, Becoming Tradition (2010). Her teaching spans courses on Latin American cinema, Latinx visual culture, and 20th-century Mexican art. Zavala actively engages with public scholarship through exhibitions like Mexico Beyond Its Revolution and has been a pivotal figure in advancing interdisciplinary approaches to art history.
Her work interrogates colonial legacies, decolonial aesthetics, and the intersections of gender, race, and cultural production. Recent publications analyze artists such as Juan Sánchez, María Izquierdo, and Frida Kahlo, emphasizing marginalized narratives and counter-archives. Zavala’s scholarship bridges academic and public spheres, advocating for inclusive art historical frameworks that center marginalized voices.
Professional activities include curating exhibitions, serving on editorial boards, and mentoring students in both undergraduate and graduate programs. Her courses frequently address contemporary issues in art and social justice, reflecting her commitment to critical pedagogy and community engagement.
