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Ali Habashi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Cinematic Arts at the University of Miami’s School of Communication. An award-winning filmmaker and educator, he has led cross-disciplinary media projects addressing global challenges such as climate resilience, marine conservation, and healthcare disparities for over 25 years. His work has secured $3M+ in grants and been featured in CBS4, Miami Herald, and international television networks including Discovery, Canal+, and CNN Türk.
Research and Projects
- Ocean Health Voyage: Recognized with PIEoneer Awards 2021, this immersive educational platform explores marine biodiversity, climate change impacts, and sustainable resource management through collaborations with global marine biologists.
- Correspondence: A pandemic-era feature-length film co-produced with Fudan University students, combining narrative storytelling and international virtual collaboration.
- One Water: Award-winning documentary on global water systems, premiered at the Miami International Film Festival (2008).
- The Silver Mirror: Investigates aging in the 21st century, debuted at WHO headquarters (2013).
Teaching and Pedagogy
Habashi teaches advanced narrative film production, cinematography, and a globally networked documentary course on “Global Issues and Filmmaking” using Harkness methodology. During the pandemic, he pioneered the first COVID-19 Rapid Response Short Film Festival with student films from China, France, Spain, and the U.S.
Scientific Awards and Recognition
- Provost’s Collaborative Teaching Award (2023)
- PIEoneer Awards (2021)
- Multiple international film festival awards for environmental and documentary excellence
Global Collaborations
He has spearheaded virtual mobility initiatives with universities in Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, and China, integrating COIL (Collaborative Online International Learning) and GNL (Globally Networked Learning) frameworks.
