Emily Mitchell-Eaton

Emily Mitchell-Eaton, an Assistant Professor of Geography at Colgate University, dives deep into U.S. imperialism's effects on migration, particularly for Marshall Islanders. She reveals how the Compact of Free Association offers unique migration rights while perpetuating power dynamics. Mitchell-Eaton discusses the surprising migration of Marshallese to formerly all-white Springdale, Arkansas, intertwining race, citizenship, and labor in her analysis. Her research sheds light on the complex lived experiences of these communities and the geopolitical influences shaping their narratives.