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Fouad Makki is an Associate Professor in the Department of Global Development at Cornell University. His work bridges sociology, political economy, and historical analysis with a focus on Ethiopia and northeast Africa. He teaches courses on sociological theory, development, and African studies. Makki holds a Ph.D. in historical sociology from Binghamton University and a B.A. in Comparative Studies from Cornell.
- Education:
- Ph.D. in Sociology, Binghamton University
- B.A. in Independent Major: Comparative Studies in Society and History, Cornell University (Summa cum laude, 1993)
His research centers on uneven and combined development, exploring state-society relations, ecological dynamics, and modernity's impact. Key themes include land enclosures in Ethiopia, revolutionary trajectories, and the metabolic rift between society and nature. His work integrates global historical frameworks with on-the-ground ethnographic insights.
Recent publications analyze Ethiopia's developmental pathways, global economic structures, and the socio-ecological consequences of land grabs. He has presented widely on topics like water scarcity, postcolonial political economy, and Red Sea cultural history.
- Awards:
- CALS Young Faculty Teaching Excellence Award (2010)
- Cornell University Summa cum laude (1993)
Makki leads projects funded by the Polson Institute for Global Development, focusing on equity and sustainability. He advises students in global development and directs research teams addressing environmental justice and historical sociology.
His interdisciplinary approach connects theoretical frameworks with empirical studies, fostering collaboration across departments and international partners.
