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John D. (Jody) Blanco is a Professor of Literature at the University of California, San Diego, specializing in colonial and post-colonial literatures of the Philippines, Latin America, and the Pacific, with a focus on early modern periods. He serves as Director of Latin American Studies and has held roles as Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the Division of Arts and Humanities. His research examines intersections of religion, law, and native custom in colonial contexts, reflected in publications like Counter-Hispanization in the Colonial Philippines (2023) and translations such as Divergent Modernities of Latin America (2001).
Blanco’s academic service includes editorial roles with the Journal of Early Modern Cultural Studies, Unitas, and Perspectives in the Arts & Humanities Asia, and participation in the Tepoztlán Institute. He teaches courses on decolonization, Latin American literature, and global cultural histories. Fluent in Filipino (Tagalog), Spanish, and English, he maintains a personal blog discussing yoga philosophy and academic reflections.
His research interests span colonial literatures, religious conversion dynamics, and trans-Pacific cultural exchanges. Blanco’s work critiques colonial legacies and explores syncretic identities, emphasizing the Philippines’ role in early modern global networks. His publications address topics ranging from US imperialism to Jesuit missions, blending historical analysis with literary criticism.
Advising and grants: No specific grants or advisees listed. Blanco’s contributions extend to institutional leadership, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and equity initiatives at UC San Diego.
Labs/Teams: Engaged with Latin American Studies programs, the Tepoztlán Institute, and editorial boards promoting global humanities.
