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David Yesaya is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at Brock University. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia, a Master’s degree in French Studies from the University of Toronto, and a PhD in Francophone Studies from the University of Waterloo. His research interests encompass postcolonial studies, focusing on the African diaspora in Europe, America, and Asia. Yesaya has published numerous works that address urban, racial, and ethnic identities. His recent academic book, "La réussite sociale du migrant postcolonial en France," was published in 2023. In addition, he has contributed to various scholarly discussions regarding the representation of contemporary Africa, Black Atlantic literature, and the works of Francophone writers and filmmakers. Notable publications include articles exploring themes such as racial identity in Maghreb literature, the role of French Muslim rappers in promoting multiculturalism, and the cultural implications of blackface in contemporary society.
This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.