Lynn Fujiwara

Lynn Fujiwara is an Associate Professor in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Oregon, where she has been a faculty member since 2000. Her academic work bridges interdisciplinary fields including Asian American Studies, Gender and Sexuality Studies, and Social Policy. She is affiliated with the Humanities division and contributes to critical scholarship on race, gender, and immigration.

Research Interests: Her research centers on Asian American feminisms and Women of Color politics, with a focus on the impacts of welfare reform on immigrant families. She explores how heteropatriarchal and white supremacist structures shape the lives of marginalized communities, particularly Asian immigrant women. Her work engages deeply with queer of color critique, media studies, and social justice advocacy.

The trends in her publications reflect a sustained commitment to analyzing citizenship, entitlement, and structural violence. Her scholarship spans ethnographic, theoretical, and policy-oriented approaches, often situating Asian American experiences within broader movements for racial and gender justice. Key themes include welfare policy, refugee resettlement, feminist praxis, and intersectional resistance.

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Advising and Grants: While specific students and grant funding are not mentioned, Professor Fujiwara’s body of work suggests active mentorship in interdisciplinary gender and ethnic studies. Her publications and editorial work indicate leadership in shaping contemporary discourse in Asian American feminist thought.

Labs and Teams: There is no mention of specific research labs or collaborative teams in the provided information. However, her co-edited volume and interdisciplinary focus suggest engagement with scholarly collectives and networks focused on Women of Color feminisms and social justice research.