Anne Graham

Anne Graham is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Education and Lifelong Learning at SETU Waterford, Ireland. With over 30 years of experience in higher education, she specializes in transformative learning, professional identity development, and interdisciplinary research collaborations. Her work bridges academic research and practical application, focusing on enhancing teaching-learning environments and professional development programs. She has held visiting fellowships at institutions including Trinity College Dublin, Duke University, and Copenhagen Business School.

Education:

• PhD in Transformative Learning (Trinity College Dublin, 2011)
• Multiple postgraduate diplomas in education and HR management
• Bachelor's degrees in Cognitive Psychology, Industrial Relations, and Montessori Method

Research interests include professional role identity, qualitative methodologies, and the intersection of education and social policy. Her recent work explores digital transformation in education and sustainable professional development frameworks. Awards include the Fulbright Scholar Award (2013-2014) and recognition for social entrepreneurship in education.

She has organized major academic events like the Education Postgraduate Student Research Showcase and contributed to national educational policy initiatives, such as the Expert Working Group on Education & Social Rights. Her professional networks span roles as Researcher in Residence at the Teaching Council and leadership positions in the Irish Fulbright Alumni Association.