First and foremost, I am deeply passionate about education. This is why I am here. While my relationship with formal schooling as a child was, let's say, complicated, I have always believed in the transformative power of education and the need for alternative, more inclusive approaches. In my teaching, I strive not to simply repeat established methods, but to explore creative and student-centered ways of learning, always mindful of who is in the room and whose voices are being heard—or not.
Throughout my academic journey, I have been fortunate to teach across three continents—Africa (Morocco), Europe (France), and North America (USA)—at institutions such as the University of Miami, Bucknell University, the University of Missouri, and currently, Dartmouth College. Engaging with students from a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and life experiences has been the most rewarding part of my professional life. Many of these relationships have extended beyond the classroom, a testament to the human connections that drive my work as an educator.
My work sits at the intersection of French and Francophone cultural studies, Communication, and Sociology, focusing on how language, media, and discourse shape identities and power relations. Influenced by scholars like Michel Foucault, I approach research and teaching as complementary forms of critical engagement—examining institutions and dominant narratives to reveal dynamics of exclusion, resistance, and symbolic power. These questions of power and voice are central to everything I do, from classroom practice to academic research.
Currently, my research explores urban segregation, identity politics, and the rise of far-right discourses in France, with a particular focus on how Black and North African communities are represented—and often marginalized—in media and public spaces. This interdisciplinary approach allows me to address urgent social questions while staying connected to the lived experiences of the communities I study and teach about.
Ultimately, I believe that education is a space where meaningful change can begin. My goal is to foster critical thinkers who are not only linguistically proficient but also culturally aware, socially engaged, and empowered to navigate—and challenge—the structures of power that shape our world. As I continue my academic journey, I remain driven by curiosity, a love of learning, and a steadfast belief in the potential of education to make a difference.