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Hrag Papazian is the Turpanjian Early Career Chair in Contemporary Armenian Studies and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Southern California. His academic work explores the complex relationships between identity, politics, and entanglements, particularly in the context of Armenian experiences and issues surrounding Armenian-Turkish relations. Papazian's research primarily focuses on the historical and contemporary implications of the Armenian genocide and its impact on present-day Armenian subjectivity. He has held various academic positions, including a postdoctoral fellowship at UCLA and a visiting professorship at California State University, Fresno. His publications include significant journal articles on the dynamics of Armenian identity, citizenship issues, and the impacts of conflict in the region, contributing to the broader discourse on migration, memory, and ethnic relations. Papazian is committed to advancing understanding of the Armenian diaspora and the critical examination of historical narratives shaping current identities.
University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA
Teaching and researching contemporary Armenian studies and anthropology.
American University of Armenia • Yerevan, Armenia
Engaged in teaching and research in anthropology.
UCLA, Department of Anthropology • Los Angeles, CA
Conducted research on Armenian studies and related anthropological themes.
California State University, Fresno • Fresno, CA
Delivered lectures on Armenian Studies.
University of Cambridge, Faculty of Divinity • Cambridge, UK
Research and collaboration in academic studies.
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