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Matthew B. Karush is a Professor in the Department of History at George Mason University. He specializes in modern Latin American history, with a focus on twentieth-century Argentina and cultural history. Karush earned his Ph.D. from the University of Chicago in 1997 and has published extensively on labor politics, mass culture, and popular music in Argentina.
- Ph.D., University of Chicago (1997)
Research Interests include:
- Modern Latin American History
- Cultural History
- Labor Politics
- Popular Music Studies
- Neoliberalism
- Social Resistance Movements
His recent publications and presentations examine transnational cultural phenomena such as tango and cumbia, analyzing their roles in shaping political resistance and national identity. Karush's work often bridges historical analysis with digital humanities methodologies.
Scientific Awards:
- National Endowment for the Humanities fellowship
Advising: Karush has supervised numerous graduate students, including John R. Garnett (2021) and Rwany Sibaja (2013). He serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Social History, a leading publication in the field.
