Susan Snow Wadley

Susan Snow Wadley is an anthropologist and professor at Syracuse University, known for her work on South Asian cultures, particularly India. Born in 1943, she earned her Ph.D., M.A., and B.A. from the universities of Chicago and Barnard College, respectively. Her research spans gender roles, religion, folklore, oral traditions, and media's influence on religious practices.

Wadley has authored several books, including "Struggling with Destiny in Karimpur," which examines village life over six decades using a pseudonym for the location. She also explored the epic of Dhola and its performance dynamics. Her edited works cover topics like Tamil women’s roles and media's impact on South Asian religion.

She received an NEH grant for studying Indian folklore and recently published a book on South Asia's global role. Married with four daughters, Wadley's contributions highlight her dedication to understanding cultural dynamics through interdisciplinary research.