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Dr. Yamuna Sangarasivam is a distinguished Sri Lankan-American dancer, academic, and writer, recognized for her contributions to Indian classical dance and her scholarly work in anthropology. Born and raised in the Northern Province of Sri Lanka, she began her dance training at the age of six, initially learning Bharatanatyam. Her early artistic pursuits…
Journey Timeline
Age 6
Began dancing — Started learning classical dance.
Age 9
Emigrated to the United States
1990
Completed Bachelor of Arts — Received BA in Musicology and Piano from the University of Minnesota.
1991
Performed in Michael Jackson's "Black or White" music video — Danced Odissi in the iconic music video.
1992
Pursued Master's degree — Began MA in Anthropology and Ethnochoreology at UCLA.
2000
Obtained Doctor of Philosophy — Received PhD in Anthropology from Syracuse University.
2021/2022
Published book — Authored "Nationalism, Terrorism, Patriotism: A Speculative Ethnography of War".
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