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Dr. Alex Golub is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Hawaii, specializing in cultural and political anthropology with a focus on Papua New Guinea. His research explores conflicts around mining, the intersection of customary and modern legal systems, and the role of anthropology in public discourse. Golub teaches courses on Pacific Island Cultures, Political Anthropology, and the History of Anthropology.
- PhD, Anthropology, University of Chicago, 2006
- MA, Anthropology, University of Chicago, 1997
- BA, Anthropology, Reed College, 1996
Golub's research spans diverse topics including the Porgera gold mine's impact on landowners, the evolution of the concept of 'mana' in video games, and efforts to decolonize anthropological practices. He is a leading voice in public anthropology, advocating for broader accessibility of anthropological knowledge and engaging with communities in Hawai‘i and Papua New Guinea.
His 15 most recent publications reflect ongoing work in decolonization, legal anthropology, and digital ethnography, with a particular focus on Papua New Guinea. Golub also maintains active involvement in academic service through organizations like ASAO (Pacific Anthropology association) and promotes open access publishing initiatives.
