Dr. Karen Dubinsky

Biography

Karen Dubinsky is a Professor Emerita in the Department of Global Development Studies and the Department of History at Queen's University, where she has contributed significantly to the fields of Global Development Studies and History. Her research interests include Canadian-Global South relations, particularly focusing on Cuba, as well as global childhood issues related to adoption and migration history. With a extensive background in cultural studies, Dr. Dubinsky has co-taught undergraduate courses on Cuban culture and has actively engaged students through field schools in Havana. Her research encompasses a diverse range of topics, from transnational historical perspectives to the cultural exchanges between Canada and Cuba. Currently, she is working on a book that explores Cuban-Canadian cultural non-governmental relations concerning development assistance and educational ties. Additionally, she is a co-host of the podcast 'Cuban Serenade', which features discussions on Cuban musicians in Canada, available on platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Soundcloud. She has supervised various graduate students on topics such as aboriginal decolonization, Canadian-Cuban dance relations, and the history of LGBTQ rights, reflecting her commitment to diverse and impactful scholarship.

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