جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

David Voelkerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental History
• Early American History
• Indigenous Studies
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

David Voelker is a Professor in the Humanities and History departments at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay (UWGB), within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. He holds a PhD in United States History from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is deeply committed to teaching early American history, environmental history, and Indigenous studies. His work bridges scholarship and public engagement, focusing on sustainability, climate justice, and decolonizing education. His educational background includes a doctorate in U.S. History from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, which laid the foundation for his interdisciplinary approach to history and environmental humanities. Voelker’s research interests center on environmental history, the integration of First Nations perspectives into historical narratives, ecocentrism, and innovative pedagogy. He emphasizes the intrinsic value of nature, the role of Indigenous knowledge systems, and the ethical imperative to address climate disruption. His teaching philosophy is deeply informed by Indigenous values, particularly through the '4Rs' framework (Respect, Reciprocity, Responsibility, and Reverence), which he has developed and shared publicly. He is passionate about reimagining sustainability not as mere maintenance but as mutual flourishing, drawing inspiration from thinkers like Robin Wall Kimmerer. His scholarly and public-facing articles reflect a consistent trajectory toward ecological ethics, climate communication, and educational transformation. Themes across his work include confronting climate disinformation, honoring ecological grief, and designing curricula that foster interconnectedness and responsibility. He advocates for land acknowledgment as a living practice and critiques the historical erasure of Indigenous peoples in U.S. narratives. Co-author, 'The End of the History Survey Course: The Rise and Fall of the Coverage Model,' Journal of American History (2011) Co-editor, Big Picture Pedagogy: Finding Interdisciplinary Solutions to Common Learning Problems (2018) Co-editor, Debating American History series (Oxford University Press), including The Powhatans and the English in the Seventeenth-Century Chesapeake (2019) Voelker is an active mentor and educator, having guided hundreds of students through online and in-person courses. He has facilitated numerous workshops on sustainability and inclusive pedagogy at UWGB and other institutions, such as Saint Cloud State University and UW-River Falls. His commitment to dialogue and respectful classroom discourse is evident in his development of 'Dialogue Principles' for online learning. He has also been involved in initiatives like the Common CAHSS conferences, focusing on truth, sustainability, and justice. He leads and contributes to various educational projects, including the development of open-access teaching resources on land acknowledgment, ecological self-reflection, and sustainability. These are shared under Creative Commons licenses, reflecting his dedication to accessible and collaborative education. He is also affiliated with the First Nations Studies program at UWGB and works closely with Indigenous elders and colleagues to integrate authentic perspectives into his teaching.

• Archaeological Theory
• Indigenous Archaeology
• Community Archaeology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Charlotta Hillerdal is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Archaeology , School of Geosciences , University of Aberdeen. She holds an MA and PhD in Archaeology from Uppsala University and has been active in the field since her 2006 commercial archaeology work in Canada, followed by her 2010 appointment at Aberdeen. Research Focus: Her work bridges Indigenous Archaeology , Community Engagement , and Viking Diaspora studies, emphasizing the archaeology of social identity and heritage discourses . Current projects include the Nunalleq Digital Museum , which integrates Yup’ik narratives with scientific findings to combat climate-driven heritage loss in Alaska. Publication Trends: Recent outputs highlight collaborative methodologies with Indigenous communities climate change impacts on Arctic archaeology digital heritage curation cross-cultural Norse settlements Teaching: She coordinates MSc programs in Archaeology and Archaeology of the North, teaching courses like Viking Archaeology and Indigenous, Community-Based Archaeology . Her educational initiatives include co-created resources for Alaskan schools and digital museum projects. Key Collaborations: Projects include the Nunalleq excavation in Alaska, Oxbow Books publications , and partnerships with the Archaeology Scotland organization.

Burke Hendrixمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Normative Political Theory
• Indigenous Politics
• Global Justice
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Burke Hendrix is a Professor and Associate Department Head in the Department of Political Science at the University of Oregon, College of Arts and Sciences. His scholarly work bridges normative political theory, indigenous politics, and global justice, with a deep engagement in historical and contemporary questions of sovereignty, territoriality, and historical injustice. University: University of Oregon School: College of Arts and Sciences Department: Department of Political Science Position: Professor, Associate Department Head His research interests include normative political theory, indigenous politics, global justice, history of political thought, political authority, state territoriality, historical injustice, and the ethics of political action. He has a special focus on non-ideal theory as applied to indigenous rights and has taught courses on the Enlightenment, liberalism, conservatism, just war theory, and comparative political thought, including classical Chinese and Indian traditions such as Han Fei and Kautilya. The recent publications and ongoing research reflect a sustained engagement with indigenous sovereignty, land rights, and the moral implications of colonialism. His work often explores how political theory can address persistent injustices and the agency of colonized peoples. Themes of memory, compensation, and political recognition recur across his scholarship, particularly in relation to Aboriginal and Native American communities in North America. Burke Hendrix has organized significant academic conferences on American Indian and First Nations sovereignty and on the agency of colonized individuals globally, demonstrating leadership in interdisciplinary and decolonial scholarship. Burke Hendrix is the author of two major books: Ownership, Authority, and Self-Determination: Moral Principles and Indigenous Rights Claims (2008) and Strategies of Justice: Aboriginal Peoples, Persistent Injustice, and the Ethics of Political Action (2019), as well as co-editor of Colonial Exchanges: Political Theory and the Agency of the Colonized (2017). He is currently completing a book on non-ideal theory and indigenous politics. He advises graduate and undergraduate students in political theory and related fields, though specific student names are not listed. His research has been supported through university resources and academic collaborations, including conference organization and publication in leading journals such as Perspectives on Politics , Political Theory , and Dialogue: Canadian Philosophical Review . He leads and participates in research initiatives such as the Alternatives of Sovereignty and Colonialism and Agency projects, which serve as platforms for interdisciplinary dialogue on indigenous and postcolonial political thought.

• Francophone Studies
• Postcolonial Cultures
• Cultural Anthropology
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Kamal Salhi is a distinguished academic at the University of Leeds, holding a Chair in Francophone and North African Studies within the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies. His interdisciplinary expertise spans postcolonial cultures, cultural anthropology, Islam and the performing arts, language policies, and representations of women. He has played a transformative role in developing Francophone Postcolonial Studies at Leeds, expanding the traditional French department into a broader, interdisciplinary field. Education: PhD with Distinction, University of Exeter (interdisciplinary: literature, drama, language, political history) MPhil, University of Exeter Law and Politics, University of Aix-en-Provence Certificate and Diploma in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education, University of Leeds Training in cinema and theatre His research focuses on the cultural, political, and aesthetic dimensions of Francophone, North African, and Middle Eastern societies in colonial and postcolonial contexts. He employs cultural anthropology, postcolonial and decolonial theories, and discourse analysis to examine cultural production, language policies, and identity. A key area of innovation is the intersection of Islam and the performing arts, which he has pioneered through his founding of the journal Performing Islam . His recent publications reflect a sustained engagement with themes of identity, memory, resistance, and cultural transformation across North Africa and its diasporas. The articles span literary studies, cinema, theatre, music, and language policy, revealing a cohesive intellectual trajectory centered on decolonizing knowledge and amplifying marginalized voices. His work bridges the humanities and social sciences, with strong implications for policy and public understanding. Scientific Awards and Distinctions: 2019: University of Leeds Faculty Partnership Award for Supervisor 2017: University of Leeds Partnership Award for Supervisor 2016, 2015, 2014: Nominated for Inspirational Teaching and Innovation 2013: AHRC/ESRC Distinction for Project Leadership and Research Impact Visiting Professorships: University of Algiers and Tizi-Ouzou (2014–) Visiting Fellowships: Claremont McKenna College, State University of Oregon, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign British Council Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowships Golden Egg Prize for Best Film (1985), Jury Prize at Mons Film Festival (1984) Kamal Salhi has supervised over a dozen PhD students, many focusing on postcolonial identity, gender, language policy, and cultural representation in North Africa and the Arab world. He has secured major research grants, including from AHRC and ESRC, and founded the Centre for Francophone Studies at Leeds. His leadership in academic publishing, through editing key journals and book series, has significantly shaped the field. He is actively involved in interdisciplinary research groups such as the Theatre, Music and Performance Politics group and the Centre for World Literatures, fostering collaboration across cultural and linguistic boundaries.

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men's health and wellbeing
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child health and wellbeing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Tim Croft serves as Professor of Practice: Indigenous Health at the University of Technology Sydney's Graduate School of Health within the Faculty of Health, a position he assumed in July 2023 as the first person to hold this specific professorship. He brings 25 years of extensive experience across public and private health sectors to his academic role. His educational background includes: Masters of Public Health, Specialization in Aboriginal health and wellbeing (awarded with excellence), UNSW Sydney (2014-2015) Bachelor of Applied Science, Physiotherapy, University of Sydney (1994-1998) Tim has custodial ties to the Gurindji, Malgnin and Mudpurra peoples of the Northern Territory, with additional Anglo-Australian, Irish, German and Chinese heritage. His late Father was a member of the Stolen Generations, which profoundly shaped his understanding of colonization's impact and the critical need for decolonizing and trauma-informed approaches in Indigenous health. He advocates that 'Solutions must be collaborative approaches, grounded in local (Aboriginal community) knowledge and be strengths-based' and emphasizes that curriculum development for health care workers 'must acknowledge the trauma of past and ongoing government policies'. His research spans multiple dimensions of Indigenous health including men's health, child health, and public health initiatives with particular focus on trauma-informed approaches within the context of colonization, intergenerational trauma, and child removal policies. His recent publication examines anabolic-androgenic steroid use patterns among Australian adolescents with specific attention to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth, connecting these patterns to body image concerns and disordered eating behaviors. His professional experience includes: Director of Aboriginal Health at South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (2016-2023) Practice Principal and Principal Physiotherapist (2005-2015) Physiotherapist in various public and private settings (1999-2005)

Yasmin Koppenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Hydrolatry
• Religionization of indigenous environmental movements
• Sacred space and architecture
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yasmin Koppen is a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Religious Studies, University of Leipzig, specializing in East and Southeast Asian religious traditions with particular focus on Vietnam and China. Her academic work bridges religious studies, anthropology, and political ecology. Research Associate at University of Leipzig since 2022 PhD scholarship recipient from AREA Ruhr graduate program (2017-2021) Developed Experience-Based Architectural Analysis methodology Her research interests focus on hydrolatry, the religionization of indigenous environmental movements, and resistance against what she terms 'New Green Imperialism' in Southeast Asia. She examines how water-related religious practices intersect with environmental politics, state centralization, and indigenous land rights. Her work also explores material religion, spatial transformation processes, and identity negotiations in religious contexts. Dr. Koppen's publications include the open-access book East Asian Landscapes and Legitimation: Sacred Sites and the Localizing of Authority in China and Vietnam . Her current research examines how swamps function as multifunctional spaces in religious contexts, particularly in Southeast Asia. She regularly teaches seminars on East and Southeast Asian religious history, Buddhism, and specialized courses on pandemics and religious medical concepts, as well as gender and identity issues. Notable courses include 'Sei wie Wasser - Hydrolatrie in der Religionsgeschichte' and 'Religionsgeschichte Südostasiens.' Active in multiple research collaborations including 'Wissenschaftliches Netzwerk Wort – Wirkung – Wunder' and 'Museen Vermitteln Religionen' Current research project: 'Die Religionisierung indigenen Umweltschutzes in Südostasien' (2024-present) Featured on PANGEO Podcast discussing swamp functionality in religious contexts (July 2025)

• American Philosophy
• Native American Philosophy
• History of Logic
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Scott L. Pratt is a Professor and Department Head of Philosophy at the University of Oregon, College of Arts and Sciences. He holds concurrent roles as a 2025 Visiting Professor at École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (Université PSL, Paris) and co-director of the Central European Pragmatist Forum and PLURILOG research project. His research focuses on American philosophy (including pragmatism, Native American philosophy, and philosophies of race), the philosophy of education, and the history of logic. His work interrogates colonial logics, indigenous epistemologies, and the intersections of pluralism with anti-colonial movements. Pratt earned his BA from Beloit College (Wisconsin) and PhD in Philosophy from the University of Minnesota. He has served in administrative roles including Executive Vice Provost for Academic Affairs (2017–2019), Vice Provost and Dean of the Graduate School (2015–2017), and Associate Dean for Humanities (2006–2009). He is a past President of both the Josiah Royce Society and the Society for the Advancement of American Philosophy. His research explores how logic and knowledge systems have been tools of colonization, with current projects including *Against Critical Reason*—examining logic’s role in North American colonization—and co-authored *Posthuman Empiricism*. His publications include *Native Pragmatism* (2002), *Logic: Inquiry, Argument and Order* (2010), and *American Philosophy from Wounded Knee to the Present* (2015). Pratt’s awards include the 2024 Joseph L. Blau Prize and the 2022 Inter-American Philosophy Prize. He actively engages in interdisciplinary projects, such as the PLURILOG initiative, and has organized conferences like 'Against Critical Reason' (May 2025). His teaching spans American philosophy, Native American philosophy, and advanced logic courses.

Ismael García Colónمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Historical Anthropology
• Political Anthropology
• Colonial Migration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ismael García Colón is a Professor specializing in historical and political anthropology with a focus on Gramscian hegemony, colonial migration, race, and citizenship. His research examines Puerto Rican labor migration to U.S. farms, U.S. colonial policies, and land reform programs in Puerto Rico. He has authored major works including Colonial Migrants at the Heart of Empire (2020) and Land Reform in Puerto Rico (2009), and published in American Ethnologist , Centro Journal , and Latin American Perspectives . Education: BA, University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras MA and PhD, University of Connecticut Research Interests: Colonial migration patterns, U.S. empire structures, Puerto Rican labor history, and the intersection of race, citizenship, and agrarian reform. His current work explores how U.S. colonialism and immigration policies shaped modern subjectivities in Puerto Rico. Labs/Teams: None explicitly mentioned, though his research likely involves archival collaboration with institutions like the Center for Puerto Rican Studies.

Anna Sailerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Labor History
• Environmental History
• History of Colonization & Decolonization
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Anna Sailer is a labor historian at the Center for Modern Indian Studies (CeMIS), Georg August University of Göttingen. Her research bridges labor history and environmental history, focusing on colonial India. She is currently working on a project examining forest land appropriation in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, funded by the DfG long-term project 'Modern India in German Archives, 1706-1989' (MIDA). Doctorate in Modern Indian Studies, Georg August University of Göttingen (2016) Studies in History, South Asian History, and Sociology, Humboldt University of Berlin Her research interests include: Labor processes in colonial industries Environmental exploitation in imperial contexts Colonization-decolonization dynamics Her 2022 monograph on the jute industry in colonial Bengal synthesizes economic, social, and labor history. She serves as a board member of the European Association for South Asian Studies (EASAS) and contributes to the ICAS:MP research network. Scientific awards include: Graduation scholarship, Göttingen Graduate School of Humanities Visiting Fellowship, German Historical Institute, London Doctoral scholarship, Heinrich Böll Foundation Research Fellowship, ERASMUS Mundus Programme (India) Anna Sailer's work integrates archival research with interdisciplinary methodologies, focusing on marginalized labor communities and ecological transformations under colonialism. She teaches courses on modern Indian history and contributes to collaborative academic networks.

• Feminist History
• Race Relations
• Colonial and Postcolonial Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Samia Khatun is a Senior Lecturer in History at SOAS University of London, affiliated with both the Department of History and the School of History, Religions and Philosophies. She holds a BA and PhD from the University of Sydney. Her research critically examines how modern history disciplines constructed racial hierarchies and feminist imaginations, emphasizing decolonial methodologies rooted in colonized peoples' intellectual traditions. Her work focuses on the global South, particularly South Asian and Australian colonial contexts. Key publications include Australianama: The South Asian Odyssey in Australia (2018), which challenged Eurocentric epistemologies, earning the Scholarly Non-Fiction Book of the Year award. She has also produced documentaries on Muslim migration and white nationalism for Australian national broadcasters ABC and SBS. Before joining SOAS, Dr Khatun was Associate Professor at the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB), where she pioneered undergraduate history programs in Bangladesh's private university sector. Earlier roles included Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Melbourne and visiting positions at institutions like Zentrum Moderner Orient (Berlin) and Jadavpur University (Kolkata). Her advising and grant landscape reflects extensive mentorship and interdisciplinary engagement. Notable advisee: Dishan Abrahams (PhD Title: Digital Dislocations: The Music of the Sri Lankan Tamil Diaspora ). Her career trajectory demonstrates sustained commitment to decolonizing academic disciplines through teaching and research initiatives. She contributes to the School's mission of exploring Global South histories, religions, and philosophies through critical and interdisciplinary approaches. While no specific laboratory is mentioned, her work intersects with the School's Jaina-Prosopography project on monastic networks and patronage in South Asia.

Leo Baskatawangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Colonization and Decolonization Processes
• Reconciliation
• Social Justice
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Leo Baskatawang is an Anishinaabe scholar and Assistant Professor at the University of Manitoba’s Faculty of Law. He holds a PhD in Native Studies from the University of Manitoba, with his SSHRC-funded doctoral research focusing on Anishinaabe legal traditions and treaty implementation. His upcoming book, Reclaiming Anishinaabe Law , will be published by the University of Manitoba Press in Spring 2023. Primary affiliations: Faculty of Law (Robson Hall) and previously York University’s Law and Society Program. Teaching areas: Indigenous Methodologies and Perspectives, Law and Society, and Oral History within Indigenous legal frameworks. Research interests include colonization/decolonization dynamics, treaty implementation, Indigenous education, and the intersection of Indigenous art/literature with legal narratives. His work emphasizes Anishinaabe perspectives from Treaty #3 territory. SSHRC grant supported his doctoral research. Active in legal education reform, contributing to mandatory Indigenous Law courses at the University of Manitoba.

Roe Bubarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sexual violence
• Child maltreatment in tribal communities
• Indigenous research methods
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Roe Bubar, J.D. is a Professor of Ethnic Studies at Colorado State University with joint appointments in the School of Social Work and affiliation in Women's Studies. She holds a B.A. from the University of New Hampshire and a J.D. from the University of Colorado, complemented by mediation certification from CSU. Her work focuses on sexual violence, child maltreatment in tribal communities, and Indigenous methodologies. A licensed attorney and mediator, she collaborates with tribal, state, and federal agencies. Research interests include intersectionality, racial microaggressions against Indigenous peoples, and decolonizing research practices. Teaching spans courses like Federal Indian Law, Indigenous Film, and Ethnic Studies research methods. Notable awards include the JSWE Best Research Article Award (2014) for work on professional power dynamics in social work education. Publications emphasize Indigenous-centered approaches to health disparities, legal frameworks, and child welfare. Current projects explore sexual assault of Indigenous women/children, Native youth health, and professional power dynamics. Her work bridges academia and community action through policy engagement and tribal collaboration.

Ranyta Yusranمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Public International Law
• Legal History
• Decolonization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ranyta Yusran is a Doctoral student and Researcher in Public International Law at the Department of Law, Lund University. Her research focuses on the history of international law's treatment of colonized peoples (1945–1955), particularly Indonesia's independence struggle. She examines tensions between trusteeship principles and self-determination in post-WWII international law. Previously, she worked as a Research Fellow at the National University of Singapore's Centre for International Law (2010–2018), specializing in ASEAN law and policy. Research Highlights: Investigates how colonial resistance shaped decolonization law, emphasizing Indonesia's role in fostering Third World solidarity. Analyzes the UN Trusteeship System's role in legitimizing colonialism and its collapse amid nationalist movements. Teaching: Course coordinator for SASJ02 - Introduction to International Law. Recognition: Recipient of the Asian Society of International Law Young Scholar Prize (2019) and Asian Journal of International Law Annual Reviewer Award (2023). Collaborations: Visiting researcher at the Centre for International Law, National University of Singapore (2022, 2024). Research spans ASEAN dispute mechanisms, treaty practices, and decolonization history.

Marcus Baynes-Rockمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Anthropology
• Human-Animal Studies
• Environmental Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Marcus Baynes-Rock is a DECRA Research Fellow at Deakin University's Alfred Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalisation within the Faculty of Arts and Education. His work focuses on human-animal relationships, cultural ecology, and environmental studies. Key research areas include indigenous land management practices (e.g., cultural burning), interspecies coexistence, and the social roles of animals in cross-cultural contexts. He has conducted fieldwork in Ethiopia and Australia, exploring topics like hyena-human interactions and the socio-cultural perception of reptiles and insects. Grant-funded projects include the ARC DECRA fellowship examining animals' roles in cultural burning as resistance to colonization. His publications span anthropology, ecology, and philosophy, with notable works on Ethiopian Harari hyena symbolism, Australian crocodile conservation, and multispecies ethics. Research outputs include books like Among the Bone Eaters and Crocodile Undone , alongside peer-reviewed articles in journals such as Human Ecology and Africa . His work bridges ethnography, environmental science, and posthumanist theory to analyze non-human agency in socio-ecological systems.

Rob Watersمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Modern British History
• Race and Ethnicity Studies
• Decolonization Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Rob Waters is a Senior Lecturer in Modern British History at Queen Mary University of London's School of History. He holds a PhD in English from Queen Mary, following undergraduate and graduate studies in History at the University of Edinburgh. His research focuses on race, decolonization, and postcolonial Britain, with particular attention to Black Power movements, integration politics, and border histories. Waters has taught at Queen Mary, Birkbeck, New York University, and other institutions. Education: B.A. and M.A. in History, University of Edinburgh Ph.D. in English, Queen Mary University of London Research Interests: His work examines global race dynamics and decolonization's impact on Britain. Key projects include Thinking Black: Britain, 1964–1985 (UC Press, 2018), which explores Black radicalism and New Left politics, and Colonized by Humanity (Oxford, 2023), analyzing integration movements' entanglement with racial hierarchies. He is currently researching the historical rise of bordering practices in Britain. Awards: Shortlisted for the Royal Historical Society's 2020 Whitfield Prize for Thinking Black Advising & Grants: He supervises PhD students like Olivia Wyatt ("If You're Brown, You Can Stick Around"). His research has been supported by institutional grants and collaborations with global scholars. Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary networks studying race, migration, and transnational histories through Queen Mary's School of History platforms.