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Monisha Das Gupta is a Professor at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa (UHM). Her academic journey spans disciplines, focusing on migration, social justice, and transnational feminism. She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches and community-engaged research, particularly in labor, racial, and gender justice movements. Her work bridges academia with community organizing, especially in immigrant rights.
Education:
- PhD in Sociology, Brandeis University (1999)
- MA in Sociology, Brandeis University (1994)
- Diploma in American Studies, Smith College (1990)
- BSc in Geography, Loreto College, Kolkata, India (1984)
Research Interests: Dr. Das Gupta’s work centers on migrant-led social justice movements, with a focus on South Asian diasporas in the U.S. and transnational labor rights. She employs qualitative methods and collaborates with community organizations. Her current project examines anti-deportation activism in the U.S. She advocates for inclusive pedagogy, drawing on her own educational experiences to foster student success.
Awards: She received the Chancellor’s Citation for Meritorious Teaching in 2013, recognizing her dedication to student mentorship and teaching excellence.
Community Engagement & Advising: She actively collaborates with organizations like UNITE HERE! Local 5 and the Hawaiʻi Coalition for Immigrant Rights. She involves students in her research, emphasizing hands-on learning. Her work bridges academic scholarship with grassroots activism, particularly in labor and migrant rights advocacy.
