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Ron Krabill is a Professor at the School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences, University of Washington Bothell. His work focuses on transnational mediascapes, media’s role in human rights, and community-building through cultural practices, particularly in diasporic African communities in Seattle.
- Education: B.A. in Communication & Peace & Conflict Studies (Goshen College), M.A. in Historical Studies & Sociology (New School), Ph.D. in Sociology & Historical Studies (New School)
His research spans media’s impact on political life, including South Africa’s post-apartheid media landscapes and contemporary global partnerships in international education. He co-directs the UWB Global Scholars program and explores soccer’s role in diasporic community formation.
Recent publications include analyses of media iconography in Starring Mandela & Cosby (2010), critiques of study abroad models in Against the Romance of Study Abroad (2017), and collaborative projects on Seattle’s African diaspora soccer leagues in The Seattle Afrikan Premier League (2018). His work emphasizes praxis, reciprocity, and interdisciplinary frameworks.
- Scientific Awards:
- University of Washington Bothell Distinguished Teaching Award, 2006
Krabill’s teaching philosophy prioritizes collaborative learning and community engagement, as reflected in courses like Cultural Studies as Collaboration and The Politics of Soccer in Spain and Beyond. He co-leads the “African Game in Seattle” research project, blending textual and visual methods.
