Ula Y. Taylor

Ula Y. Taylor is a Professor in the Department of African American Studies at the University of California, Berkeley. Her work focuses on African American history, Black Nationalism, Pan-Africanism, and feminist theory. Taylor holds a doctorate in American History from UC Santa Barbara.

Her research explores intersections of gender, race, and activism, particularly through the lens of historical figures like Amy Jacques Garvey and the Nation of Islam. She has also contributed to discussions on affirmative action policy and institutional dynamics in higher education.

• Awards: Distinguished Professor Teaching Award (2013), Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowship, UC Presidential Dissertation Fellowship, Interdisciplinary Humanities Grant.
• Advising & Grants: While no advisees are listed, Taylor has engaged in interdisciplinary research funded by grants such as the Interdisciplinary Humanities Grant. Her administrative involvement includes roles in Academic Personnel Leave and Campus Finance.

Her office is located in 660A Social Sciences Building, with extensive hours (Mon-Fri 9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm). She is actively involved in campus initiatives and has published widely on Black feminist theory and historical movements.