Dr. Pauline Strong

Biography

Pauline Strong is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Texas at Austin, where she also serves as the Director of the Program in Native American and Indigenous Studies. She has a Ph.D. in Sociocultural Anthropology from the University of Chicago and her research focuses on cultural representation and identity in Native American cultures across various mediums, including literature, film, and art. Strong's current work involves investigating the role of 20th-century youth organizations in shaping racial and gender identities in the U.S. and the intersection of indigenous activism with climate justice movements. She has authored the book 'American Indians and the American Imaginary: Cultural Representation over Four Centuries' and co-edited 'New Perspectives on Native North America: Cultures, Histories, Representations.' Strong has published articles in diverse academic fields, including anthropology, American studies, and indigenous studies. She is actively involved in university service, including chairing committees focused on academic freedom and budget advisory matters. Strong accepts new graduate students and plays a significant role in mentoring within her field.

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