Wendy Turner

Wendy Turner is a Professor at Augusta University's Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, specializing in the Department of History, Anthropology, and Philosophy. Her academic focus spans medieval legal systems, medical ethics, and disability studies. She holds a Ph.D. from UCLA (2000) and has contributed significantly to historical research methodologies and paleography.

• Education: PhD (UCLA, 2000), MA (UCLA, 1993), MA (California State, 1990), BA (California State, 1989), AA (American River College, 1986)
• Research Interests: Medieval forensics, mental health, early science, and legal history.

Her recent scholarship explores malingering in medieval contexts and the intersection of disability studies with historical narratives. She has held editorial roles for journals like Explorations in Medieval Culture and Peculiar Bodies Book Series.

• Awards: UKRI Talent PRC Fellow (2023), IPPH Grant Mentorship (2021), SEMA Scholarly Achievement Award (2020)

Prof. Turner actively serves on university committees, including Pamplin’s Promotion & Tenure Committee and Augusta’s Faculty Senate. She has mentored faculty and led initiatives in diversity and inclusion.

Her public engagement includes keynote addresses on topics like Harry Potter & Science and eclipse-related symposiums.