Ezgi Uzşen is a Lecturer at the State Conservatory of Anadolu University, Turkey, where she has been teaching since 2005. She holds a Competence in Art (2018-2023) and a Postgraduate degree in Theatre Art from the same institution's Fine Arts Institute. Education : Competence in Art (2018-2023), Postgraduate (2013-2017), Undergraduate (1999-2003) Managerial Experience : Deputy Director of Conservatory (2020-2021), Farabi/Erasmus Program Coordinator (2018-2021) Her research focuses on performing arts , particularly theatrical acting methodologies and energetic body dynamics . She has participated in international workshops on Theodoros Terzopoulos' Dionysian acting method and explores intersections between biomechanics and contemporary performance. Recent publications analyze actor training frameworks and non-daily energy states in performance. Though no formal awards are listed, her vocational training certificates from Attis Theatre workshops demonstrate professional development.
Nancy Lam is an Associate Professor of Management in the School of Economics and Business Administration (SEBA) at Saint Mary’s College of California , where she also serves as Department Chair of the Organizations and Responsible Business program and Director of the Executive Doctorate of Business Administration. She holds the endowed Guyette Professorship of Responsible Business and previously taught at Keck Graduate Institute (2009–2010). Education PhD in Organizational Behavior, New York University, 2009 MPhil in Management, New York University, 2006 BA, University of California, Berkeley Research Focus Dr. Lam’s scholarship centers on how ideas, information and innovation move through organizational hierarchies . One stream dissects voice and silence as multi-level, multi-actor processes, revealing when employees choose to speak up or stay quiet and how their messages are amplified or stifled by managers. A complementary line explores power’s influence on perception and evaluation , uncovering how authority shapes interpretation of events and communication. She also investigates creative pedagogy , leveraging virtual worlds and experiential projects to enhance business student engagement. Across more than 15 peer-reviewed articles and conference presentations since 2008, her work integrates organizational behavior, behavioral economics, and educational innovation , consistently highlighting the intersection of individual agency and structural constraints. Honors & Awards Outstanding Paper (Management), Global Conference on Business & Finance (2018) Outstanding Service Award, SEBA (2018) Outstanding Paper, International Conference on Business & Innovation (2017) Outstanding Research Award, SEBA (2016) Guyette Responsible Leadership Endowed Professorship (2014–present) SEBA Outstanding Teaching Award (2014) SMC Alumni-Faculty Fellowship Grant (2016) SEBA Teaching Innovation Grant (2012–2013) Best Paper (Management), American Business Research Conference (2011) Outstanding Empirical Paper Award, Eastern Academy of Management (2008) Showcase Symposium Chair, Academy of Management (2008) Teaching & Program Leadership Dr. Lam directs the Executive DBA program and chairs the Organizations & Responsible Business area, mentoring doctoral students and designing cutting-edge curricula. She teaches courses on Creativity & Innovation, Organizational Behavior, Managing Contemporary Organizations , and a popular Jan-Term course on Creativity , consistently integrating experiential and technology-enhanced methods. Labs & Teams While no formal lab is listed, she leads the Executive Doctorate of Business Administration cohort and collaborates with interdisciplinary faculty and doctoral researchers under the umbrella of SEBA’s Organizations and Responsible Business program.
Jesse Norris is an Associate Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice at the State University of New York at Fredonia . His work bridges Criminal Law , Terrorism Studies , and Criminology , focusing on entrapment, racial disparities, and counter-terrorism operations. Teaching Interests: Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, Criminology, Sociology of Terrorism Research Themes: Entrapment in terrorism cases, racial disparities in counter-terrorism, legal frameworks for terrorism charges, and deradicalization strategies Dr. Norris's recent publications (2023–2025) analyze sentencing disparities , deradicalization narratives , and political violence motivations . His studies often employ mixed-method approaches , comparing domestic and international counter-terrorism practices while addressing ethical and legal challenges. Contact: W375 Thompson Hall, State University of New York at Fredonia | View email | (716) 673-4612
Dorthe Gert Simonsen serves as Vice Dean for Research and Impact and Director of the PhD School at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen, where she drives research excellence, external funding initiatives, and early-career researcher development. With extensive governance experience including chairing the Danish Independent Research Council for the Humanities (2017-2019), she shapes humanities scholarship across Nordic and European networks like HERA and NOS-HS. Her research interrogates 20th-century entanglements of technology, mobility, and cultural practices through theoretical lenses including new materialism, poststructuralism, and Actor-Network Theory. Key contributions examine aviation's role in spatial formations, gendered aerial experiences, and temporal reconstructions, culminating in her current 'Anthropocene Air' project that repositions flight within planetary environmental crises. This work bridges empirical studies of vertical geographies with philosophical explorations of historicity. Analysis of recent publications reveals consistent engagement with material culture, environmental history, and critical theory across aviation studies, Americanization narratives, and conceptual historiography. Her scholarship demonstrates interdisciplinary movement between technological history, embodiment studies, and Anthropocene frameworks, increasingly emphasizing ecological entanglements in human-nonhuman networks. She received the Einar Hansens legat for outstanding humanities research in 2011. Her service portfolio includes: Chair of Danish Independent Research Council for Humanities (2017-2019) Member of NOS-HS Nordic Research Councils (2017-2019) HERA Humanities in European Research Area participation Extensive peer review and editorial activities As PhD School Director, Simonsen oversees doctoral training while advancing strategic research partnerships. Her leadership extends to talent development programs and academic governance committees, reflecting deep commitment to institutional research capacity building. Current activities focus on integrating environmental history with technological studies through her 'Anthropocene Air' framework, which investigates aviation's planetary-scale impacts while challenging anthropocentric historical narratives.
Samantha Miadich, Ph.D., serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology within the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Based in Coburn Hall Room 370F with contact number 978-934-3941, she specializes in pediatric health psychology using advanced methodologies to examine childhood chronic conditions including asthma and sleep disorders through risk/resilience frameworks. Her academic credentials include: Postdoctoral Fellowship in Developmental Psychology and Behavior Genetics, Arizona State University (Tempe, AZ) Ph.D. in Health Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University (2017) M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Ball State University (2010) B.A. in Psychology, University of Dayton (2008) Dr. Miadich's research program integrates behavior genetics with ecological momentary assessment to investigate genetic and environmental contributions to pediatric health outcomes. Her work focuses on objective measurement of sleep, pain, and asthma management in community and urban populations, emphasizing intervention targets through longitudinal modeling. Key methodological approaches include twin studies, actor-partner interdependence modeling, and real-time data collection techniques. Analysis of her 15 publications (2015-2024) reveals consistent investigation of pediatric chronic conditions through genetic-environmental interaction lenses. Her work demonstrates increasing methodological sophistication with emphasis on objective sleep measurement, urban health disparities, and family-level influences on child health outcomes. The research trajectory shows progression from asthma management studies toward integrated models examining sleep-pain relationships and genetic contributions to health behaviors. Her scientific recognition includes: NHLBI Fellowship for Effects of Cumulative Risk on Asthma Outcomes in Urban Children and Adolescents (2015) Dr. Miadich currently leads two major funded projects: the NIH Loan Repayment Program award (2023-2025) for Pediatric Lung Function and Asthma in the Broader Health Context, and the Society of Pediatric Psychology Targeted Research Grant (2023-2024) for the Health Advancement and Wellbeing in Kids (HAWK) Study. These projects examine asthma outcomes through comprehensive health frameworks and develop wellbeing interventions for pediatric populations. She directs the HARP Research Lab (Health, Asthma, and Resilience in Pediatric populations), which employs innovative assessment tools including ecological momentary assessment and objective physiological measures. The lab maintains strong collaborations with Arizona State University's research teams, particularly through the Arizona Twin Project examining developmental psychopathology and health resilience mechanisms.
Vanessa Breitkopf is a doctoral student and lecturer at the Department of German Studies , University of Siegen. Since April 2025, she coordinates the internationalization of teacher training at the Center for Teacher Education and Educational Research (ZLB). Her research spans local political communication , discourse analysis , and linguistic image analysis , with a focus on citizen participation and strategic communication in municipal contexts. PhD in computational socio- and discourse linguistics Lecturer in German Studies Coordinator, connect4future project (ZLB, University of Siegen) Her work employs computer-assisted corpus methods to study mayors' communication, media portrayal of political actors, and the role of civil society in local governance. She has contributed to publications on discourse metrics and political engagement, including a glossary on strategic communication. Scientific Awards : Doctoral scholarship holder at the University of Siegen (01/2025 – 03/2025)
Asst. Prof. Mariya Nikolova, PhD is a faculty member in the Department of Didactics , Faculty of Education , Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” . She lectures on animation, drama and theatre in education and supervises school-based practice for undergraduate students. Education: No explicit degrees are listed in the source; however, her title “PhD” indicates doctoral-level qualification. Research interests centre on game-based and dramatic strategies in primary classrooms , educational animation , European educational-theatre methodologies , and the design of original social-skills models for pupils, teachers and professionals. She explores how theatrical techniques foster creativity, resolve conflict and enhance social integration, especially for at-risk children. Across fifteen peer-reviewed works published between 2013 and 2020, Nikolova has consistently investigated the intersection of performing arts and pedagogy . Her scholarship spans conceptual frameworks, practical models, and empirical studies, demonstrating a clear trajectory from foundational theory to classroom-ready applications and teacher-training formats. Projects & Grants: Project Manager, “Educational Theater at School – a Scene for New Ideas in Learning” , Contract № 80-10-98. Project Member, “Approval of a model for teamwork between students, teachers and actors for the production and presentation of creative educational performances” , Contract № 243/2016, led by Assoc. Prof. Radka Vasileva, PhD. Laboratory / Groups: While no dedicated lab is mentioned, her project leadership and master-class delivery imply active collaboration within the Faculty’s teacher-education and outreach clusters.
Avra Sidiropoulou is Assistant Professor at the M.A. Program in Theatre Studies at the Open University of Cyprus and Artistic Director of Athens-based Persona Theatre Company. She has worked internationally, conducting directing workshops and contributing to contemporary theatre practice. Her research interests span Theatre Directing, Performance Studies, Shakespearean Theatre, Classical Adaptation, Actor Training, and collaborative processes with set and lighting designers. She has developed specialized expertise in adapting classical works for contemporary contexts and exploring directorial point-of-view. Dr. Sidiropoulou is the author of 'Directions for Directing: Theatre and Method,' which provides comprehensive guidance on directing practice from conception through to opening night. The book addresses both emerging and experienced directors with practical advice on auditions, casting, script interpretation, and actor motivation. Assistant Professor at Open University of Cyprus Artistic Director of Persona Theatre Company International workshop facilitator Author of 'Directions for Directing: Theatre and Method' Her work bridges academic theory with practical theatre application, offering valuable insights for students and professionals in the field. Through her international collaborations and workshops, she has developed a distinctive approach to theatre direction that emphasizes both technical skill and creative vision.
Paul Allain is Professor of Theatre and Performance at the University of Kent, where he contributes significantly to performance studies through research, teaching, and production work. His academic profile demonstrates deep engagement with both theoretical frameworks and practical applications of performance methodologies. Professor Allain's research interests center on theatre and performance studies with particular emphasis on: Actor training methods and pedagogy Grotowskian tradition and its contemporary applications Voice work and movement training (plastiques) Site-specific performance in unconventional spaces Historical drama adaptation and interpretation His recent work demonstrates consistent focus on Eastern European theatre traditions, particularly through his analyses of Zygmunt Molik's voice training methods and the Teatr-Laboratorium's principles. Professor Allain has examined the intersection of pedagogy and performance practice, providing valuable context for workshops and productions that bridge theoretical understanding with practical application. Professor Allain's scholarly contributions include commentary on significant performance works and training methodologies, with particular attention to the Grotowskian lineage. His analyses of voice training, plastiques, and workshop techniques provide valuable insights into these specialized performance traditions. Notable among his contributions is the co-direction of 'Bodies in the Crypt,' a production of Marlowe's 'Massacre at Paris' staged in Canterbury Cathedral, which explored the complex relationship between historical drama and religious spaces. His work demonstrates a commitment to examining performance within its broader cultural and political contexts.
Samuel Stricklen serves as Assistant Professor of Acting at the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), appointed in August 2023. A professional actor, director, and educator, he bridges academic training with extensive industry experience spanning Broadway, Off-Broadway, international festivals, and television. His educational foundation includes: MFA in Acting from University of California San Diego BFA in Drama (now Acting) from CCM, University of Cincinnati, recipient of the Dolly Award for sustained excellence Stricklen’s artistic scholarship centers on ensemble-based theater creation, with deep expertise in the Viewpoints and Suzuki actor training methodologies. His work investigates physical theater’s relationship to text through projects like SITI Company’s The Bacchae and bobrauschenbergamerica , while his clowning specialization ( Creation: A Clown Show ) explores non-verbal narrative techniques. This practice-driven research directly informs his pedagogy, emphasizing the actor’s dual role as interpreter and creator within collaborative processes. His significant honors include: Dolly Award for sustained excellence in achievement and performance (CCM) Emeritus Artist status with SITI Company As a new faculty member, Stricklen leverages his active industry profile to secure practical learning opportunities. His ongoing SITI Company affiliation facilitates masterclasses and potential student collaborations, while his television credits ( Bosch , Mozart in the Jungle ) provide direct pathways for on-camera training. His advising philosophy prioritizes professional readiness through union-standard practices (SAG-AFTRA, Actors’ Equity) and ensemble discipline developed over decades of international production work. Stricklen maintains vital artistic partnerships through SITI Company, where he continues contributing to the ensemble’s mission of boundary-crossing creation. His workshop leadership at Skidmore College, Ohio State University, and Spelman College demonstrates commitment to disseminating rigorous actor training methodologies beyond his home institution, fostering national networks for student development.
Dr. Shannon Holmes serves as Associate Professor and Department Head of Theatre within the Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance at the University of Regina, while also directing SoMo Theatre. With over twenty years of experience, she has trained performers for Broadway, London's West End, and major North American venues through both university teaching and private studio instruction. Her educational background includes: BFA in Theatre with Music Minor from Concordia University MFA in Interdisciplinary Arts from Goddard College (US) PhD in Drama and Theatre Studies from University of Birmingham (UK) Dr. Holmes' research disrupts conventional boundaries between speech and singing through somatic and autoethnographic practices. She develops embodied performer training methods that center lived bodily experience, creating interdisciplinary tools for vocal expression that integrate extended techniques with theatrical devising. Her work prioritizes accessibility and democratization of voice training resources. Her scholarly contributions include the award-winning 2016 article 'Autoethnography and Voicework' and co-editing the upcoming Canadian Theatre Review special issue 'Voicework in Canada'. Current projects focus on interdisciplinary voice pedagogy and autoethnographic performance creation. Scientific recognition includes: 2016 Forum Article of the Year for 'Autoethnography and Voicework' As an educator, she teaches voice, movement, and devised theatre while leading the Voice Mapping Lab's Open Educational Resource initiative. Her international collaborations—like the 'Temporal Duets' project with Bath Spa University—demonstrate her commitment to cross-institutional research. She maintains active artistic practice through SoMo Theatre, developing new performance works that embody her research. The Voice Mapping Lab, co-directed with Dr. Melissa Morgan, pioneers accessible voice training methodologies through its pressbook project, aiming to remove barriers to high-quality vocal pedagogy while advancing interdisciplinary approaches to performer training.
Dr. Maureen K. Michael is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Stirling and Co-Director of the MSc Professional Education and Leadership programme. Her interdisciplinary work bridges arts practice, social science, and education, examining how professionals learn through material and visual methods. She holds leadership roles in international academic bodies including the Visual Sociology Research Committee (ISA) and maintains professional affiliations with the General Teaching Council Scotland and Scottish Educational Research Association. Michael's research explores: Arts-based methodologies in educational research Sociomaterial analyses of learning environments Teacher development and feedback literacy Visual ethnography of professional practice She employs collage, photography, and relational drawing to investigate how objects and spaces shape pedagogical encounters. Her scholarly recognition includes: Research Culture Award (2020) Outstanding Research Mentor Award (2024) Staff Recognition Award (2017) Senior Fellowship (Higher Education Academy) Michael contributes to academic capacity-building through writing retreats and workshops, notably developing novice academics' feedback literacy. Her published work demonstrates consistent engagement with pedagogical innovation, materiality studies, and arts-research integration across diverse educational contexts.
Marc Robert serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Operations, Information, and Decisions at Montpellier Business School (MBS), where he also directs the Intermediation Services Performance Chair (PDSI). Holding a PhD in Economics since 2004, he actively bridges academic research and business practice through publications, consultancy, and platforms like The Conversation. Education PhD in Economics (2004) Research Focus Professor Robert specializes in managerial innovation , innovation networks , and coopetition (cooperation between competitors). His work examines how organizations facilitate internal innovation and how firms collaborate to build sustainable competitive advantages. Additional interests include strategic management in real estate, data science applications, and Industry 4.0 transformation challenges. Publication Trends His 2022-2025 publications reveal dual emphases: (1) management innovation during crises/digital transformation (e.g., SMEs in COVID-19/Industry 4.0 contexts), and (2) practical statistical tools for managers (logistic/linear regression case studies). This reflects his commitment to translating academic research into actionable business insights. Teaching and Mentorship He teaches in MBS's Grande École and Bachelor's programs using case-based learning to develop student competencies for professional challenges. While specific advising details aren't provided, his PDSI research chair offers student engagement opportunities in intermediation services performance research. Research Infrastructure As founder and director of the Intermediation Services Performance Chair (PDSI), Professor Robert leads a dedicated research initiative focused on sustainable performance in business intermediation services, serving as his primary research ecosystem for industry-academia collaboration.
Dr. Hab. Eng. Arch. Izabela Mironowicz serves as a Professor at the Department of Urban and Regional Planning within the Faculty of Architecture at Gdańsk University of Technology. Her current work focuses on transformative urban planning approaches addressing planetary crises. She actively contributes to international academic discourse through publications and professional engagements. Her research centers on urban transformation under degrowth paradigms, examining how cities can adapt to ecological limits while maintaining social equity. Key interests include reimagining planning systems, analyzing legal frameworks, and developing educational models for future urban planners. Her work emphasizes participatory governance and challenges conventional development narratives through critical spatial analysis. Recent publications reveal consistent output in high-impact journals like Urban Design International and Bulletin of Geography , demonstrating evolving focus from pandemic spatial impacts (2021) to fundamental restructuring of planning systems (2024-2025). Her scholarship bridges theoretical innovation with practical implementation challenges in Polish and European contexts. Professional activities include membership on the Scientific Council of Leibniz-Institut für ökologische Raumentwicklung (Dresden) and advisory roles for the Slovak Accreditation Commission. Formerly Secretary General of the Association of European Schools of Planning (2011-2015), she maintains international collaborations including visiting professorships at Université Paris Sorbonne and Université des Alpes. Her operational framework prioritizes ecosystem survival over human-centric development, advocating for 'honest hope of the pessimists' in urban transformation. Current projects include coordination of the Sixth Congress of Polish Urbanism 'Tomorrow of Cities' and expert contributions to Polish planning system reform.
Axel Ranisch serves as Graduate Director and Special Teaching Assistant for Moving Image/Artistic Film at Saarland University of Fine Arts' School of Media Art & Design since 2022, following a 2021 Visiting Professorship. An internationally recognized filmmaker, he bridges professional practice and academic instruction through courses spanning directing, visual storytelling, and artistic film development. His research focuses on sensory filmmaking techniques , particularly the intersection of auditory elements and visual narrative, German mumblecore traditions, and historical avant-garde adaptation. Workshops like Art of Intimacy and Dada, Trash and Expressionism explore these themes through hands-on experimentation with constrained environments and improvisational methods. Analysis of his creative output reveals consistent exploration of authentic human interaction across formats - from low-budget mumblecore features to television productions. His films demonstrate evolving technical mastery while maintaining focus on emotional truth, with recent works increasingly incorporating autobiographical elements and historical film movement techniques. Key recognitions include: Grimme Prize (2019) for Familie Lotzmann auf den Barrikades City of Hof Prize (2020) for contributions to German cinema International festival success with over 100 screenings for early works Ranisch's mentorship emphasizes collaborative development through structured project consulting, helping students navigate text-image relationships and actor-director communication. His current supervision of projects like PENROSE continues his commitment to supporting emerging filmmakers while maintaining active professional practice through Tatort episodes and radio collaborations. His laboratory of practice exists through immersive workshops that function as creative incubators, where students develop skills in constrained environments while exploring sensory storytelling techniques across multiple mediums.
