Lizabeth Paravisini-Gebert

Lizabeth Paravisini-Gebert is a distinguished academic and professor at Vassar College, specializing in Caribbean studies, literature, and cultural studies.12 She holds the prestigious Sarah Tod Fitz Randolph Distinguished Professor Chair at Vassar College, where she is based in the Hispanic Studies Department.13

Areas of Expertise

Professor Paravisini-Gebert's research and teaching focus on:

• Caribbean cultures and ecologies
• Literature and cultural studies
• Environmental studies
• Latin American studies
• Ecocriticism and environmental history
• Art history

Her work is characterized by a multidisciplinary and comparative approach to studying the Caribbean.26

Academic Achievements

Paravisini-Gebert has made significant contributions to her field:

• She is recognized as a Puerto Rican academic specializing in Caribbean research.1
• Her expertise extends to environmental studies, as she is also a professor of Caribbean cultures and ecologies.4
• Recently, she was selected as a 2024-2025 John Carter Brown Library Long-Term Fellow, further highlighting her academic standing.5

Professional Affiliations

In addition to her role at Vassar College, Paravisini-Gebert is involved with:

• The Environmental Studies Program
• The Latin American Studies Program
• The International Studies Program3

Her multifaceted approach to academia allows her to contribute to various disciplines and foster a comprehensive understanding of Caribbean studies and related fields.