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Dr. Zeba Shahbaaz is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Languages, Literature and Philosophy at Tennessee State University's College of Arts & Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. in English and Africana Studies from Indiana University, Bloomington, an M.A. from North Carolina A&T State University, and a B.A. from Florida State University. Her research bridges African American literature, diaspora studies, and Black feminist theory, with an emphasis on cultural identity and pedagogical innovation.
Research Focus: Dr. Shahbaaz investigates the complexities of Black life through literary and cultural analysis. Her work spans:
- African diasporic historical narratives
- Black feminist thought and self-care praxis
- Caribbean literary dystopias
- Intersections of music, popular culture, and identity
Publications: Recent articles (2021–2024) explore transgenerational trauma in diaspora literature, Black women's representation in media, and critiques of racial exceptionalism, consistently applying interdisciplinary Africana Studies frameworks.
Teaching & Service: She teaches foundational and specialized English courses, including Afrofuturism and Black literary studies. Dr. Shahbaaz actively contributes to university governance through roles on seven committees, such as the Africana Studies Committee and Faculty Senate Professional Development group.
