Bard Sequence Seminar Podcast

Dr. Rosie Jayde Uyola is a Haitian scholar born and raised in Moscow who immigrated to the U.S. in 1991, beginning their studies at Rutgers University at age 16. With over 22 years of experience teaching high school and university students -- including roles at Rutgers, Bard, and Fordham -- Rosie holds a Ph.D. in American Studies. Their research explores public memory, commemoration, the Black Freedom Movement, oral history, and educational equity. Currently serving as President of the NY/Eastern Regional Chapter of the American Studies Association and as an NEH fellow at Harlem's renowned Schomburg Centre, Rosie’s scholarship and activism focus on developing inclusive curricula, uplifting historically marginalised communities, and bridging academia with community-based initiatives. Rosie’s extensive experience and interdisciplinary approach bring valuable insight and nuance to today's conversation on The Communist Manifesto.