Mara Josepha Fritzsche

Mara Josepha Fritzsche is a Research Associate and Doctoral Student in the Department of Modern and Contemporary History with a focus on Latin American History at the University of Bremen since 2017.

Her educational background includes:

• Master's studies in "Film and Audiovisual Media" (2014-2017) at Ruhr-Universität Bochum with semesters abroad at Université de Liège and Université Lille 3
• Bachelor's studies in "History" and "Art and Media" (2011-2014) at Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg

Dr. Fritzsche's research focuses on Latin American History within the broader context of Modern and Contemporary History, with a distinctive interdisciplinary approach that incorporates Film and Audiovisual Media studies. Her work examines how visual media shapes and reflects historical understanding in Latin American contexts, bridging traditional historical methodologies with media analysis to explore historical narratives through multiple lenses.

Her notable recognition includes:

• DAAD scholarship recipient for research stays in the USA, Mexico, and Argentina (2019)

As a Research Associate since 2017, Dr. Fritzsche contributes to the academic mission of the Institute of History through her scholarly work and research activities. Her international research experience demonstrates significant engagement with primary sources across multiple countries relevant to Latin American history, enhancing her capacity for transnational historical analysis.