Dr. Barrymore Bogues

Professor

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Biography

Anthony Bogues, a prominent academic, serves as the Asa Messer Professor of Humanities in the Department of Africana Studies at Brown University, where he also holds positions in the Departments of History of Art and Architecture and Political Science. He brings a wealth of expertise in critical theory, radical political thought, and Caribbean political history. With a Ph.D. from the University of the West Indies, Mona, he has authored and edited significant works such as 'Caliban's Freedom' and 'Empire Liberty'. His research interests include the historical questions surrounding human freedom and the political philosophies that emerged from colonial contexts. Bogues has curated numerous art exhibitions focused on Caribbean art and has contributed extensively to discussions on intellectual history through essays and critical writings. He is also involved in global projects on political thought and has collaborated with institutions such as the Free University of Amsterdam and the University of Cape Town, where he was an honorary professor. His teaching includes courses on Africana political philosophy and the intersection of race, slavery, and colonialism.

Research Interests

Experience

Asa Messer Professor of Humanities

2007-01-01 — Present

Brown University • Providence, RI

Senior faculty member focusing on Humanities and Africana Studies.

Director

2007-01-01 — Present

Ruth J. Simmons Center for the Study of Slavery and Justice • Providence, RI

Leads initiatives related to the study of slavery and justice.

Awards

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Asa Messer Professor of Humanities

2007-01-01
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Distinguished Faculty Fellow

2012-01-01
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Distinguished Mellon Fellow

2010-01-01

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics