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Tanisha M. Jackson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of African American Studies at Syracuse University and serves as the Executive Director of the Community Folk Art Center. Her work bridges academic scholarship with community engagement, focusing on the intersection of art, culture, and social activism within African Diaspora contexts.
- Ph.D. in Art Education, Ohio State University (2010)
- M.A. in African and African American Studies, Ohio State University (2006)
- B.A. in English, Ohio State University (2003)
- Executive Master of Business Administration, University of Toledo (2013)
Her research interests center on Black women’s wellness in contemporary art and popular culture, exploring how multimedia and community spaces contribute to self-care and empowerment. She also investigates community-based arts as a tool for liberation and social activism, particularly within African Diaspora communities. Her work connects her role as an arts administrator with academic scholarship, emphasizing the practical application of artistic strategies in fostering communal well-being. She has published in journals such as Journal of Cultural Research in Art Education and is currently developing a manuscript on Black women's art ecosystems.
Recent publications highlight her exploration of community-based art’s role in social change, exemplified by her 2020 article examining Jaleel Campbell’s work and its local cultural significance. These works reflect her commitment to contextualizing art within urban environments and its transformative potential.
She has received the American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship (2024-2025) from the Association of American University Women, supporting her academic endeavors.
In terms of grants, she has secured funding through organizations including the Central New York Arts Foundation and the Gifford Foundation. Her advising focuses on guiding students in independent studies and art-related coursework. She has not listed formal advisees, but her teaching includes courses like Art of the Black World and The Image of Blacks in Art and Film.
She leads the Community Folk Art Center (CFAC) and founded the Black Arts Speak (BAS) film series, which showcases contemporary Black artists and their community impacts. Her exhibitions at CFAC highlight diverse artistic voices, contributing to cultural enrichment in Central New York.
