Bronwyn Lea

Professor Bronwyn Lea is Head of the School of Communication and Arts at the University of Queensland. She specializes in contemporary literature, poetics, creative writing, and gender studies. Lea has published extensively as both a poet and critic, including poetry collections like The Other Way Out and editorial work on The Best Australian Poetry series.

Her research explores the social roles of poetry, publishing industry dynamics, and interdisciplinary teaching methods. Recent work examines Australian poetry trends, creative writing pedagogy, and the integration of poetry in non-literary disciplines. As Head of School, she oversees academic programs spanning communication, literature, and creative arts while maintaining an active research profile bridging scholarly criticism and creative practice.