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Alison Griffiths is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Communication Studies at Baruch College, part of the City University of New York (CUNY), and affiliated with the CUNY Graduate Center. She specializes in film history, visual studies, media theory, and the intersections of cinema with cultural anthropology and colonial history. Her work critically examines expedition films, Indigenous representation, and the evolution of visual media across historical contexts.
Education:
- Ph.D., Cinema Studies, New York University
- M.A., Film & TV, University of London
- P.G.C.E., Education, University of London
- B.A., Drama & English, University of Leicester
Research Interests: Griffiths explores how cinema shapes cultural narratives, particularly in colonial and postcolonial contexts. Her focus includes expedition films as tools of colonial documentation, Indigenous visual sovereignty, and the evolution of cinematic techniques from medieval cartography to virtual reality. She interrogates themes like spatial representation, cultural memory, and the dialectics of adventure narratives.
Grants & Awards: While specific grants are not listed, her extensive research output reflects sustained academic recognition. Her work has been published globally, influencing disciplines ranging from anthropology to media theory.
Advising & Labs: Though no specific advisees are listed, her research teams likely engage in interdisciplinary projects at the intersection of cinema, history, and technology. She contributes to CUNY's vibrant academic community through collaborative initiatives.
Labs/Teams: Active in CUNY's interdisciplinary research networks, particularly those focused on visual culture and media studies. Collaborates with institutions like museums and film archives to contextualize historical media artifacts.
