Jodie Marshall

Jodie Marshall is a Lecturer in the Department of History at Washington State University, affiliated with the Roots of Contemporary Issues program. She holds a PhD from Michigan State University and dual BA/MA degrees from the University of Vermont.

Her research focuses on African History, particularly East Africa’s connections to the Western Indian Ocean world. Key interests include global migration dynamics, gender studies, and maritime cultural environments. Dr. Marshall’s current book project examines working-class migration between Zanzibar and Oman over two centuries, emphasizing marginalized voices through oral histories.

Her recent scholarship explores how post-colonial upheavals like the Zanzibar Revolution restricted mobility for working-class women. No academic awards are explicitly listed, though her work reflects significant scholarly contribution.

Teaching and advising details are not detailed in the provided text. She contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives within the College of Arts and Sciences, though specific grants or lab affiliations are not mentioned.