Category: Intercultural Studies
-
Tobin Miller Shearer, University of Montana – The Value of De-Coupling Race and Crisis in White Communities
On University of Montana Week: We still have a lot to learn about how to talk about race. Tobin Miller Shearer, professor of history and African-American Studies director, explores how one group is crossing racial lines to do just that. Tobin Miller Shearer is a History Professor and the director of the African-American Studies Program…
-
Naminata Diabate, Cornell University – Naked Agency
On Cornell University Week: In Africa, a different kind of protest is happening in public. Naminata Diabate, associate professor of comparative literature, explores how women are using their bodies to send a message. Naminata Diabate is an associate professor of Comparative Literature at Cornell University. A native of Côte d’Ivoire in West Africa, Naminata Diabate is a scholar…
-
Thomas Paradis, Butler University – Local-Global Tension and the Palio of Siena
Tourism can change an event that used to be just for one culture. Thomas Paradis, professor of geography and urban planning at Butler University, determines how to mix both worlds. Tom is Professor of Geography and Urban Planning at Butler University in Indianapolis, IN. He has taught study-abroad programs and conducted research in Siena, Italy…
-
Marlene A. Dixon, Texas A&M University – Effects of Sports Programming on Girls in Underserved Communities
On Texas A&M Center for Sports Management Research & Education Week: Sports programs can have a lasting impact for girls in some communities. Marlene A. Dixon, professor in the department of health and kinesiology, explores one community that needs a change. Dr. Marlene Dixon is a Professor and Chair of Graduate Studies in Sport Management…
-
Paula Saravia, University of California San Diego – Patagonia Sadness
Communities are very vulnerable to environmental changes. Paula Saravia, researcher at the University of California San Diego, explores how health can be intertwined with the environment. I studied social anthropology at Universidad de Chile (1995-2000), where I specialized in medical anthropology. Before continuing my studies abroad, I worked on poverty reduction programs in Chile, and…
-
Shannan Mattiace, Allegheny College – Drug Wars and Criminal Violence in Mexico
On Allegheny College Week: What keeps homicide rates down from drug traffickers in some Mexican municipalities? Shannan Mattiace, professor of political science and international studies, takes a look across the border to find out. Dr. Shannan Mattiace is a professor of Political Science and International Studies at Allegheny College in Meadville, Pennsylvania. She teaches and…
-
Melanie Pavich, Mercer University – Gentrification and African-American History
On Mercer University Week: History is disappearing off the Georgia coast. Melanie Pavich, associate professor of interdisciplinary and historical studies, explores one community that is being taken over by gentrification. Dr. Melanie Pavich is an associate professor of history and interdisciplinary studies and college writing coordinator at Mercer University’s College of Professional Advancement. Her research…
-
Tom Shields, University of Richmond – Unexpected Benefits of School Re-Zoning
On Jepson School of Leadership Studies Week: School segregation is still happening, but in a different arena. Tom Shields, associate professor of education, explains. Tom Shields, is an associate professor of education and leadership in the Jepson School of Leadership Studies at the University of Richmond and serves as Associate Dean for Academic & Student…
-
Julian Hayter, University of Richmond – Segregation and the Suburbs
On Jepson School of Leadership Studies Week: You don’t have look far to the past to see the ugly history of racism in the U.S. Julian Hayter, associate professor of leadership studies, explains why. Julian Hayter is an associate professor of leadership studies in the Jepson School of Leadership at University of Richmond and a…
-
James McGrath, Butler University – Mandaeans
Who are the Mandaeans? James McGrath, professor of religion at Butler University, delves into this historical religious group. James F. McGrath is Clarence L. Goodwin Chair in New Testament Language and Literature. His PhD from the University of Durham became the basis for his first book, John’s Apologetic Christology, published by Cambridge University Press in…