Faculty Featured on Panel at International Peace Conference in Cuba

Four William Paterson faculty members joined 150 international scholars who attended the 18th Annual International Conference on “New Political Science from the South” held last November in Havana, Cuba.

The annual interdisciplinary conference, sponsored by the Division of Philosophy and History of the University of Havana, aims to promote international dialogue, research, and scholarship focused on the political and economic issues affecting the quality of life and well-being of those living in the global south.

“The timing of our visit to Cuba for this conference came at an historic juncture, on the heels of restored U.S. diplomatic relations with the Cuban government,” says Christine Kelly, professor of political science and one of the presenters. “Our topic and research were of great interest to the participants, especially among the Cuban scholars seeking information on political and economic conditions in the U.S.”

Other William Paterson presenters included Djanna Hill, professor of education and chair, Africana world studies; Richard Huizar, assistant professor, political science; and Danielle Wallace, assistant professor, Africana world studies.