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Ana Ozuna is an Assistant Professor and Black Studies Unit Coordinator in the Humanities Department at Eugenio María de Hostos Community College, City University of New York (CUNY). She holds a Ph.D. in Spanish Literature from the University at Buffalo and an M.A. from Syracuse University, and has taught at institutions including Syracuse University, University at Buffalo, and Indian River State College.
Research Interests: Her scholarly work centers on Black Studies, Caribbean History, Maroon Studies, and Ethnicity and Race Studies. She investigates the African presence in the Caribbean, focusing on resistance, rebellion, and identity formation in colonial and postcolonial contexts. Her research combines literary analysis with historical and theoretical frameworks related to slavery and anti-colonial struggle.
Publications Trends: Her recent publications explore themes of racial identity, gendered resistance, and anti-colonial movements in the Caribbean, particularly in Hispaniola. These works appear in journals like Africology: The Journal of Pan African Studies and proceedings from the Charles Town International Maroon Conference, reflecting her engagement with both academic and community-based scholarship.
Teaching and Service: She teaches courses in Black Studies and Latin American and Caribbean Studies, contributing to interdisciplinary curricula. As Black Studies Coordinator, she plays a key role in shaping the academic direction and programming of the unit.
Advising and Grants: While no formal advisees or grant funding are listed, her research and publications suggest active mentorship in Black and Caribbean studies. She likely guides students in independent research, theses, and community projects related to African diaspora studies.
Labs and Teams: No specific research labs or formal teams are mentioned, but her participation in international maroon conferences indicates collaboration within scholarly networks focused on African-descended resistance communities.
