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Joseph Hill is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Alberta, where he specializes in the study of Islamic authority and gender performance in West Africa, particularly focusing on Sufi traditions. He completed his Ph.D. in Anthropology from Yale University in 2007 and has since conducted extensive fieldwork in Senegal and Mauritania. Hill's research examines the role of female Islamic leaders in Sufi movements, highlighting their contributions and the complex dynamics of gender and authority within these religious frameworks. He investigates how these women navigate societal expectations and redefine leadership roles traditionally reserved for men. His significant publications include 'Wrapping Authority: Women Islamic Leaders in the Sufi Movement in Dakar, Senegal' and 'Women and Men: Shaykha Maryam Niasse and the Qur'an in Dakar'. Hill also teaches various courses on Islam, gender, and performance, contributing to an understanding of contemporary anthropological issues.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management