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Gregg FrenchView profile

Professor

• History
• Public History
• Black History
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Gregg French is a Professor of History at the University of Windsor's Faculty of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. He serves as the 2024 Humanities Research Group (HRG) fellow, focusing on U.S. colonial power dynamics and mentoring emerging scholars. His work bridges academic research with public engagement, including collaborations with the Amherstburg Freedom Museum and the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary. French specializes in Black history, race relations, and colonial studies, particularly in the Detroit River borderland region. He has supervised student interns like Karleigh Kochaniec and Max Bennett in creating exhibits on Black settlers and Underground Railroad networks. His teaching emphasizes critical approaches to race and slavery in North America through innovative classroom practices highlighted in a 2022 Amherstburg Freedom Museum presentation. French also participates in interdisciplinary initiatives such as the Local Black History Internship Program and faculty-led study abroad program development in Costa Rica. His recent research activities include organizing the 'Presenting the Past to the Public' symposium (2023) and contributing to digital humanities projects that train students in archival research methods. He maintains active collaborations with cultural institutions, evident in his work with Leddy Library's open learning initiatives and his participation in public conversations about contested historical commemorations. French's work exemplifies the intersection of scholarly research, community engagement, and pedagogical innovation.

• Art History
• Curatorial Practices
• Political Imagination
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Lara Fresko Madra is an Assistant Professor and Luma Fellow at the Center for Curatorial Studies (CCS) at Bard College. She teaches the yearlong Proseminar course and seminars on temporality and political imagination in art history. Her research focuses on artistic and curatorial practices that challenge state-sanctioned historiography through alternative engagements with the past. She holds a PhD in Art History from Cornell University and has taught at the Center for Human Rights and the Arts at Bard College. Her work has been supported by prestigious fellowships, including the Jane and Morgan Whitney Fellowship at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Charlotte Newcombe Fellowship. Her writing appears in journals like Afterall , Art in America , and Artforum , and she is currently developing a book project on spectrality and time. Madra’s academic contributions bridge theoretical inquiry and practical curatorial methods, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to art’s role in reshaping historical narratives. Her research and teaching reflect a commitment to reimagining how art engages with contested histories and political futures.

Georgiann DavisView profile

Associate Professor

• Sociology of Health and Medicine
• Gender Studies
• Inequality
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Georgiann Davis is an Associate Professor and Undergraduate Director in the Department of Sociology at the University of New Mexico. Her research focuses on the intersection of medical knowledge, gender, and bodily inequality, particularly through her work on intersex activism and the social construction of medical diagnoses. She is the author of the award-winning book Contesting Intersex: The Dubious Diagnosis , which critiques the medicalization of intersex bodies. Davis is also a scholar-activist, serving as former board president of interACT: Advocates for Intersex Youth and past-president of InterConnect. Her education includes a PhD in Sociology from the University of Illinois at Chicago (2011). Key research interests include the sociology of health and medicine, gender studies, intersectionality, and the ethics of medical terminology. She has received accolades such as the 2017 ASA Distinguished Book Award and the 2016 Donald Light Award for Medical Sociology. Her publications span academic journals like Gender & Society and American Journal of Bioethics , as well as popular outlets like Ms. Magazine . Davis teaches courses on gender, the sociology of the body, and social statistics. Her advocacy work emphasizes ending non-consensual medical interventions on intersex youth and promoting bodily autonomy.

Paul HamiltonView profile

Teaching Professor

• History Education
• Conflict Studies
• Memory Studies
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Dr. Paul Hamilton is a Teaching Professor in History Education and Academic Coordinator (Placements and Partnerships) at the Moray House School of Education and Sport, University of Edinburgh. He specializes in teaching methodologies for historical conflict, remembrance, and commemoration, with a focus on critical inquiry in history education. His work emphasizes ethical engagement with contested pasts and inclusive pedagogical practices. Education: LL.B (Hons) M.A. (Historical Studies) PGDE Secondary Education (History) EdD Research Interests: Paul investigates how societies construct historical memory through war memorials, commemorative practices, and public history. He advocates for innovative strategies to teach 'difficult histories' in schools, particularly addressing trauma, identity, and conflict resolution. His recent projects include collaborations on legal education accessibility and pedagogical approaches for sensitive topics. Media & Outreach: Paul has contributed to TES , Scotsman , and educational publications, discussing topics like teaching the Queen’s death to children, pandemic-era teaching challenges, and ethical history pedagogy. He is also a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland and an Associate Fellow of the Royal Historical Society . Grants & Partnerships: As Academic Coordinator, Paul oversees teacher education placements and partnerships, ensuring quality training for Initial Teacher Education programs. He previously taught history in secondary schools for 13 years and designed curricula for legal studies.

Michael HicksView profile

Emeritus Professor

• Software Security
• Programming Languages
• Quantum Computation
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Michael Hicks is a Senior Principal Scientist at Amazon Web Services (AWS), focusing on automated reasoning and test generation, and a Professor Emeritus at the University of Maryland (UMCP). He co-led the development of the Cedar authorization language for AWS Verified Permissions. Previously, he was Chair and Past Chair of ACM SIGPLAN, and Editor-in-Chief of PACMPL. His research spans secure programming, quantum computation, and secure multiparty computation. He holds a PhD in Computer and Information Science from the University of Pennsylvania and has been affiliated with UMIACS and the Maryland Cybersecurity Center (MC²). His research interests include improving software security and reliability through techniques like the Build-it-Break-it-Fix-it contest, Checked C extensions for C safety, and quantum programming languages like VOQC. He has advised numerous students, many of whom hold prominent academic and industry roles. Hicks has received recognition including Distinguished Paper awards at ICSE 2025 and OOPSLA 2022. He has taught courses on programming languages, software security, and formal methods, and contributed to conferences like POPL, PLDI, and OOPSLA.

Jessie SwiggerView profile

Associate Professor

• American History
• Public History
• Urban History
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Dr. Jessie Swigger is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at Western Carolina University (WCU), where she also serves as Director of Public History. She holds affiliations within the College of Arts and Sciences. Her work bridges academic and applied history, focusing on public engagement with the past. Education: PhD in American Studies, University of Texas at Austin (2008) MA in American Studies, University of Texas at Austin BA in American Studies, University of Texas at Austin Research Interests: Dr. Swigger explores American History with a focus on Public History and Urban History. Her award-winning book History is Bunk examines Henry Ford’s Greenfield Village as a contested site of historical interpretation. She is currently researching the origins of early U.S. children’s museums, emphasizing their role in shaping public perceptions of childhood and education. Awards: Henry Ford Heritage Association Book Award (2015) National Council on Public History Book Award Honorable Mention (2016) North Carolina Museums Council Award Advising/Grants: No formal advisees listed, but her research projects suggest mentorship in public history initiatives. Grants details not specified in the text. Labs/Teams: Engaged in collaborative public history projects, though specific lab affiliations are not mentioned.

Kasey Diserens MorganView profile

Visiting Assistant Professor

• Heritage preservation
• Archaeology
• Cultural Heritage
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Kasey Diserens Morgan is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Lehigh University. Education: PhD in Anthropology (Cultural Heritage concentration), University of Pennsylvania MS in Historic Preservation (Conservation Science concentration), University of Pennsylvania BA in Archaeology and Spanish (magna cum laude), Cornell University Research Interests: Dr. Morgan's work centers on heritage preservation in Quintana Roo, Mexico, with a specific focus on the Caste War of Yucatan (Maya Social War). She investigates how built heritage reflects and shapes identity, memory, and place over time. Her broader research encompasses heritage preservation, archaeological site conservation, community-based research and development, indigenous rights, social sustainability, contested histories, and memorialization. Research Trends: Her conference presentations reveal consistent emphasis on community-led heritage initiatives, governmental politicization of heritage in rural Mexico, and archaeology's role in social activism. She critically examines façadism in architectural conservation and mechanisms controlling the Maya past through heritage management policies. Teaching: Dr. Morgan teaches Introduction to Archaeology, Human Evolution, and World Archaeology. Advising and Grants: The available information does not specify any student advisees or research funding details. Labs and Teams: There is no mention of specific laboratories or research teams associated with Dr. Morgan in the provided materials.

Tefera Negash GebregziabherView profile

Lecturer

• Development Studies
• African History
• International Relations of Africa
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Tefera Negash Gebregziabher is a Lecturer in the Department of History at the Erasmus School of History, Culture and Communication, Erasmus University Rotterdam. His research focuses on African development, political economy, and the historical dynamics of state formation and governance in Ethiopia. He has held affiliations with the International Institute of Social Studies (ISS), Leiden University, University of Cape Town, the Nordic Africa Institute, and the Institute for Social Research in Norway. Research Interests: His work centers on development studies, African history, and international relations, with thematic expertise in ideological domination, civil-military relations, conflict and peacekeeping, migration, and return migration. He applies classical theories of state, party, and elite studies, combined with long-term historical and political economy perspectives. Recent Research Trends: His recent publications analyze the evolution of Ethiopia’s political system, particularly under the EPRDF and TPLF, examining concepts such as the developmental state, patrimonialism, oligarchy, and ideological transformation. These works engage deeply with the interplay between power, ideology, and institutional change in the Horn of Africa. Scientific Engagement: His research contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions). His work has been widely recognized, cited in academic circles, referenced in Wikipedia, and covered by multiple news outlets and social media platforms. Advising and Grants: While no formal students or grant funding are mentioned in the provided text, his doctoral thesis and collaborative research indicate active scholarly engagement and academic mentorship potential. His affiliations with major research institutes suggest participation in collaborative and funded research projects. Labs and Research Clusters: He is affiliated with the ERMeCHS research clusters, particularly the GFCP - Global Futures, Colonial Pasts, which explores historical legacies and future trajectories in global contexts.

Daniel SchmidtView profile

Researcher

• Political Anthropology
• Modern Statehood
• Power-Knowledge Relations
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Dr. Daniel Schmidt is a research associate in the Department of Political Theory and Democracy Studies at the University of Leipzig's Faculty of Social Sciences and Philosophy. He conducts research and teaches on political anthropology, modern statehood, and the historical development of power-knowledge relations over the past two centuries. His research spans multiple domains including: Political Theory and Democracy Studies Political Anthropology Modern Statehood Power-Knowledge Relations Society and Social Structures Right-wing Extremism Demographics State Theory History of Ideas Dr. Schmidt has held significant administrative roles throughout his career. From 2003 to 2010, he served as Equal Opportunities Officer at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Philosophy, including a period as Deputy Equal Opportunities Officer (2006-2009). In 2010, he expanded his role to serve as Equal Opportunities Officer at the university level. From 2006 to 2011, he coordinated the profile-forming research area 'Contested Order – Risky Orders.' Currently, he serves as program coordinator, academic advisor, and Erasmus+ coordinator at the institute, demonstrating his commitment to both academic research and institutional development. His contributions to teaching excellence were recognized in 2014 when he received the Theodor Litt Prize for outstanding commitment to teaching from the Association of Friends and Supporters of the University of Leipzig.

Claire WhitlingerView profile

Associate Professor

• Race and Ethnicity Studies
• Collective Memory Studies
• Social Movements
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Claire Whitlinger is an Associate Professor of Sociology at Furman University, where she also serves as Program Founder and Co-Director of the Intergroup Dialogue Program. Her work focuses on the intersection of race, memory, and social movements, with a particular emphasis on the commemoration of racial violence and its societal impact. Whitlinger holds a B.A. from George Washington University and M.A./Ph.D. degrees in Sociology from the University of Michigan. Her most notable work, Between Remembrance and Repair: Commemorating Racial Violence in Philadelphia, Mississippi (2020), examines five decades of memorialization surrounding the 1964 “Mississippi Burning” murders. She has pioneered intergroup dialogue initiatives at Furman, earning the 2019 Meritorious Diversity & Inclusion Award for her contributions to campus equity efforts. Whitlinger’s research bridges historical memory studies with contemporary activism, exploring how communities remember and reckon with traumatic pasts. Her scholarship spans topics like civil rights-era justice, generational memory transmission, and the role of commemoration in social change. She has published widely in journals such as Sociological Forum and Race and Justice , while also engaging in institutional accountability projects like the Furman Slavery and Justice Task Force. Her academic leadership includes co-founding Furman’s Intergroup Dialogue Program, which fosters conversations across social divides. Whitlinger’s work reflects a commitment to both scholarly rigor and applied social justice, blending rigorous sociological analysis with actionable educational initiatives.

• Baking and Pastry Arts
• Cake Design
• Sugar Flowers
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Schellie Andrews is an Associate Instructor at Johnson & Wales University (JWU) since 2008, specializing in baking and pastry education. She holds an MBA in Business Administration/Hospitality from JWU, a B.B.A. in Business Administration, and certifications in sugar flowers and fondant techniques. Her career spans over 40 years in the hospitality industry, including roles at Universal Studios Hollywood and Vie de France Bakery, before transitioning to teaching at institutions like Le Cordon Bleu and JWU. Teaching focuses on Principles of Cake Production & Design, Foundations of Baking and Pastry, and Plated Desserts. She leads cake design labs, emphasizing buttercream, fondant, and gum paste techniques. In 2016, she relocated to JWU’s Charlotte campus, continuing her role as a respected educator. Her professional accolades include winning Disney+’s 'Foodtastic' contest as part of JWU’s Team Storytellers. Andrews advocates for embracing challenges in the kitchen, setting career goals, and building resilience through hands-on learning.

• international relations
• Ukraine
• history of Ukraine
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Gueorgui Kassianov serves as Professor at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (UMCS) in Lublin, Poland, affiliated with the Faculty of Political Science and Journalism and the Institute of International Relations. He leads the Laboratory for International Memory Studies, where he conducts research at the intersection of historical memory and contemporary international relations, particularly focusing on Eastern European contexts. His research portfolio spans international relations with particular emphasis on Ukraine, memory politics, war narratives, nation building, and the politics of history. Professor Kassianov examines how historical interpretations shape current geopolitical tensions, with significant attention to textbook content, genocide studies, and the construction of national identity in post-Soviet states. His work frequently analyzes the relationship between Russia, Ukraine, and Poland through the lens of contested historical narratives. With 83 publications to his name, his scholarly impact is evidenced by an h-index of 13 (Google Scholar), 5 (Scopus), and 4 (Web of Science). His research has accumulated a total impact factor of 11.8, a SNIP score of 7.699, and a CiteScore of 15.2, demonstrating substantial influence in the field of international relations and memory studies. Professor Kassianov maintains active scholarly profiles through ORCID (0000-0003-1996-0362), Google Scholar, Scopus, and Web of Science. His research contributes significantly to understanding how historical memory functions as both a political tool and obstacle in contemporary international relations, particularly in regions experiencing historical reconciliation challenges.

Salam Al KuntarView profile

Assistant Professor

• Archaeology
• Middle Eastern Heritage
• Ancient Economy
• +6 more

Salam Al Kuntar is an Assistant Professor and Lecturer in the Department of Classics at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, within the College of Arts and Sciences. He also serves as the Assistant Director of CHAPS (Center for Historical Analysis and Public Scholarship). His academic work focuses on the archaeology and heritage of the Middle East. Ph.D. in Archaeology, University of Cambridge (2009) M.A. in Archaeology, University of Liverpool Diploma in Archaeology and Museums, Damascus University His research explores critical themes such as ancient economy, urbanism, forced migration, modern identity, historic narratives, conflict, and iconoclasm in the Middle East. His interdisciplinary approach bridges archaeology with contemporary socio-political issues, particularly how heritage is shaped and contested in conflict zones. While no recent publications are listed in the provided text, his research trajectory suggests a strong engagement with heritage studies, public archaeology, and the politicization of the past. There are no scientific awards mentioned in the available information. Dr. Al Kuntar advises graduate and undergraduate students in the Department of Classics and contributes to academic programming through CHAPS. He is actively involved in shaping curricula and public scholarship initiatives related to historical analysis and cultural heritage. He is affiliated with CHAPS, where he supports interdisciplinary research and public engagement in historical studies. His office is located in Academic Building 6185 on the College Avenue Campus.

Ayfer Bartu CandanView profile

Associate Professor

• Urban Studies
• Anthropological Theory
• Political Ecology
• +12 more

Ayfer Bartu Candan is an Associate Professor with a Ph.D. from the University of California at Berkeley, specializing in anthropology and urban studies. Her academic work spans interdisciplinary research in heritage, political ecology, and urban anthropology, with a regional focus on Turkey and the Mediterranean. Research Interests: Her primary areas include Urban Studies, Anthropological Theory, Political Ecology, and Heritage Studies. She employs ethnographic methods to analyze the social and political dimensions of urban development and archaeological heritage. Her work critically examines how the past is remembered, contested, and mobilized in contemporary settings, particularly in urban and heritage contexts. Publications and Research Trends: Her publications reveal a consistent focus on the intersections of space, power, and memory. She investigates how neoliberal policies reshape urban landscapes in Istanbul and how prehistoric sites like Çatalhöyük become sites of cultural negotiation. Her scholarship bridges theoretical anthropology with applied heritage and education initiatives, particularly within EU-funded frameworks like TEMPER. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. Advising and Grants: She co-directed the ethnographic research project Emerging Forms of Urban Segregation in Istanbul (2007–2010) and chaired the Working Group on Education for the EU-sponsored TEMPER Project (2001–2004) . These roles indicate experience in research leadership, team coordination, and grant-funded project management, though specific grant amounts or advising of students are not detailed. Labs and Teams: She was actively involved in the international Çatalhöyük Research Project (1998–2004) , contributing ethnographic insights into the politics of heritage. Her collaborations with scholars like Biray Kolluoğlu and institutions in Greece and Malta suggest participation in transnational research networks focused on prehistoric heritage and education.

Ronald RudinView profile

Professor

• Oral History
• Digital Storytelling
• Public Heritage
• +7 more

Ronald Rudin is a Professor of History and Co-Director of the Centre for Oral History and Digital Storytelling at Concordia University, actively contributing to research in oral history, memory, and public heritage. His interdisciplinary work bridges historical scholarship with digital media and public engagement. His research focuses on oral history , cultural memory , and heritage representation , particularly in Acadian and Canadian contexts. He explores how communities remember and forget the past, and how historical narratives are shaped in public spaces, museums, and digital platforms. His work critically examines the politics of memory, especially in post-industrial and divided urban landscapes. Rudin has received significant recognition, including being named a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada and winning an award for his book Remembering and Forgetting in Acadie . His research has also been supported by a fellowship from the Trudeau Foundation . He has been involved in research-creation projects such as the multimedia documentary Three Grey Nuns , and has contributed to public programming on urban heritage, including sessions on contested pasts and industrial memory. As Academic Convenor for the 2010 Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences, he has played a leadership role in advancing public humanities scholarship. Rudin is affiliated with the Centre for Oral History and Digital Storytelling , where he collaborates on interdisciplinary projects that combine archival research, digital media, and community engagement to explore lost or marginalized histories.