Jeremy Crump

Dr. Jeremy Crump is a Visiting Research Fellow at De Montfort University (DMU), affiliated with the School of Humanities under the Faculty of Arts, Design and Humanities. He is a core member of the International Centre for Sports History and Culture (ICSHC), contributing to interdisciplinary research in social and cultural history.

Education:

• MA (Cantab), Trinity College, Cambridge, 1978
• PGCE, University of Leicester, 1979
• PhD, Centre for the Study of Social History, Warwick University, 1985

His research expertise lies in 19th and 20th century social history, popular culture, Primitive Methodism, and historical network analysis. His scholarly work bridges history, sociology, and digital society, with a particular focus on cultural institutions, leisure, and the evolution of public life in British cities.

Dr. Crump's recent publications reflect a strong engagement with digital-age issues, especially in policing and social media, while maintaining deep roots in traditional historical inquiry. His body of work spans sports history, music, theatre, and religious movements, demonstrating methodological versatility and thematic breadth.

Scientific Awards and Honours:

• Visitor, Nuffield College, Oxford and Oxford Internet Institute (2010)
• Visiting Professor, Leeds University Business School (2013–2015)

He has advised on public policy and digital governance, particularly through his work with Demos and the Young Foundation. Though no formal students are listed, his leadership roles in research organizations indicate mentorship and collaborative engagement. Dr. Crump has contributed to major academic and policy publications, reflecting sustained scholarly impact.

He is actively associated with research groups and maintains a public academic profile, including a dedicated website and institutional contact details.