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Dr. Ama Wattley is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Writing and Cultural Studies at Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, Pace University. Her academic work centers on African American literature and drama, with a focus on 19th and 20th century American literary traditions.
Her research interests include African American Literature, African American Drama, American Women Writers, the Harlem Renaissance, and Slave Narratives. She explores themes of identity, race, gender, and cultural expression through interdisciplinary lenses, often connecting literature with film and music. Her teaching portfolio reflects this breadth, covering courses such as African American Literature, American Drama, and Literature and Film.
Her recent publications, including co-edited volumes like Bodies of Water in African American Literature, Music, and Film (2023), demonstrate a strong engagement with symbolic and cultural motifs in Black artistic expression. These works span literary analysis, cultural criticism, and interdisciplinary studies, highlighting recurring themes of water symbolism, political identity, and social justice.
Dr. Wattley is a member of several professional organizations, including the Modern Language Association, College Language Association, and National Association of African American Studies. These affiliations reflect her commitment to scholarly discourse and equity in literary studies.
She has advised and contributed to academic publications and anthologies, though specific student advisees are not listed. Her service includes editorial roles and participation in university and national academic communities. She does not appear to lead a formal lab or research team, but her collaborative editorial projects suggest active engagement in scholarly networks.
