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Chelsea Good Abbas, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Widener University's College of Arts and Sciences. She holds a PhD in Applied Anthropology from Columbia University (2020) and an MPhil from the same institution (2017). Her research focuses on border studies, migration, and conflict in Central America, with a U.S. emphasis on Latino communities and media representation. She received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award (2017-2018) to study migration in Nicaragua and recently secured a $20,000 Local Filmmaker Fund grant for her documentary 'Love in the Time of Migration.'
- Education:
- PhD, Applied Anthropology, Columbia University (2020)
- MPhil, Applied Anthropology, Columbia University (2017)
Her work bridges academic research with community engagement, emphasizing immersive learning and global problem-solving. Notable projects include analyzing the Costa Rica-Nicaragua border dispute and advocating for Latino representation in media through collaborative research.
- Awards/Grants:
- Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award
- Independence Public Media Foundation Film Grant (2024)
- Earth Institute Graduate Fellowship
Abbas teaches courses that challenge students to confront diverse perspectives and defend their conclusions rigorously. Her recent documentary explores migration's impact on relationships, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary storytelling.
