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Milind SATHYEView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Banking and Finance
• Efficiency and Productivity in Financial Institutions
• Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
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Milind SATHYE is an Adjunct Professor at the Canberra Business School, University of Canberra. His career spans academia, banking, and policy consultation, with expertise in financial institutions, anti-money laundering, microfinance, and technology in banking. He contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in education and financial inclusion. Specializes in efficiency analysis and regulatory frameworks for banking Active in media commentary and expert legal testimony Focuses on financial inclusion for marginalized groups Research Trends : Recent works analyze reputation risk management (2024), financial accessibility for disabled populations (2023), and foreign bank competitiveness in China (2021). His publications span top journals like Journal of Banking and Finance and European Journal of Operational Research.

Aurora TrifView profile

Associate Professor

• Comparative Industrial Relations
• Precarious Work
• International Human Resource Management (HRM)
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Aurora Trif is an Associate Professor in International Employment Relations & HRM at Dublin City University Business School. She specializes in comparative European employment relations, precarious work, and international HRM. Her research has been supported by EU-funded projects and includes a focus on Central and Eastern European labor markets. Trained at London South Bank University (PhD in Industrial Relations), she held postdoctoral fellowships at the Max Plank Institute (Cologne) and University College Dublin. Notable achievements include her 2017 most-cited article in Transfer: European Review of Labour and Research and her role as Principal Investigator for a 2014-2016 EU project analyzing strategies to address precarious work in nine Central-Eastern European countries and Greece. Research interests: Precarious work, comparative industrial relations, workplace partnership Key projects: EU-funded Precarious Employment Strategies Project (2014-2016), speaking engagements at European Parliament/Commission events Publications: British Journal of Industrial Relations, European Journal of Industrial Relations, Industrial Relations Journal Trif is a member of the Irish Industrial Relations Association and CRANET international HRM network. Her work addresses transnational labor dynamics, EU social policy, and union revitalization strategies in adverse political contexts.

Francesca ScalaView profile

Professor

• Gender and Public Policy
• Reproductive Politics and Policy
• Work-Care Reconciliation Policy
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Francesca Scala is a Professor of Political Science and Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Studies at Concordia University's Faculty of Arts & Science. She holds a PhD from Carleton University, an MPPA from Concordia, and a B.A. in Political Science from McGill University. Her research focuses on gender and public policy, with specialties in reproductive politics, work-care reconciliation, and the role of expertise in policy-making. Current research includes SSHRC-funded projects on work-care reconciliation programs and menstrual equity activism, as well as collaborative work on Gender-Based Analysis (GBA) in Canada. She has authored/co-authored articles in journals like the Canadian Journal of Political Science and Policy Sciences, and her 2019 book *Delivering Policy* explores assisted reproductive technologies in Canada. Recipient of the 2018 Faculty of Arts and Science Dean's Award for Excellence in Academic Service Teaches courses including POLI 498 Gender and Public Policy, POLI 600 Public Policy Processes, and POLI 636 Theories of Public Policy Dr. Scala collaborates extensively with scholars like Dr. Stephanie Paterson on projects analyzing feminist policy frameworks and digital governance. Her work bridges academic research with public outreach, addressing contemporary issues such as the 'tampon tax' campaign and pandemic-era policy learning through social media.

Katrina ArndtView profile

Professor

• Inclusive Education
• Disability Studies
• Deaf-Blind Education
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Dr. Katrina Arndt is a Professor at St. John Fisher University specializing in inclusive education and disability studies. Her research examines supporting students with disabilities in inclusive settings, particularly those who are deaf-blind, and critically analyzes text and film representations of disability. Her scholarly publications demonstrate consistent focus on inclusive practices across educational contexts. Recent work explores Universal Design for Learning applications in outdoor education and physical education settings. A significant portion of her research addresses visual impairment inclusion strategies, adaptive physical education, and social development for students with sensory disabilities. Dr. Arndt's publication record reveals expertise spanning classroom inclusion strategies, teacher preparation, policy analysis, and critical disability studies. Her work frequently addresses cross-cultural contexts and family perspectives on disability inclusion.

Sarah BoehmView profile

Professor

• Disaster Relief Design
• Sustainable Interior Design
• Accessibility in Design
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Sarah Boehm is a Professor of Interior Design at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), where she has held this role since 2015. Previously, she served as an Assistant Professor (2009–2015) and Visiting Professor (2008–2009) at Florida International University (FIU), Miami, where she also coordinated the Cruise Ship and Super Yacht Program (2014–15). She earned an M.I.D. and B.S. in Interior Design from FIU. Her research focuses on sustainable design, post-disaster recovery environments, accessibility, and cultural competence in design education. Notable grants include the IDEC Special Projects Grant (2013), Fairchild Books Grant (2012), and a U.S. DOE Solar Decathlon Grant (2011). She has been recognized with the Excellence in Teaching Award (FIU, 2009) and invited to lecture at the University of Genoa’s Hospitality Design Workshop (2015). Boehm actively contributes to academic communities as a Professional Member of the Interior Design Educators Council (IDEC), co-chair of IDEC’s Social Responsibility Network, and advisor to SCAD’s Collaborative Learning Center. Her work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and socially responsible design.

Susan FlynnView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
• Urban Planning
• Social Justice
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Dr. Susan Flynn is Head of the Department of Arts and Senior Lecturer at South East Technological University (SETU), Waterford. She holds a PhD in Equality Studies and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy UK. Her research focuses on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), social justice, urban planning, and smart cities. She chairs the Analysing Social Change Research Group and represents SETU in EU initiatives like Conexus Social, Cultural & Human Sciences Institute (SCHSI). Dr. Flynn has led projects such as 'Omos Aite: Visualising a Sense of Belonging in Gaeltacht na nDeise' (2024–2028) and 'Factors influencing the uptake of the Early Childhood Care and Education Scheme among Traveller families' (2023–2027). Her work intersects academia with community engagement, including roles as Director of the Gallery of Modern Art and Board Member of the Irish Humanities Alliance. Her research explores topics like smart city discourses, transnational family dynamics, and emergency remote teaching during the pandemic. Key publications include Equality in the city: Imaginaries of the smart future (2022) and articles on urban social justice and digital pedagogy. Dr. Flynn has received awards including the Higher Education Academy Fellowship and serves as a Research Associate at UCD’s Equality Studies Centre. Her teaching includes PhD modules on transformative research methodologies.

John GianvitoView profile

Professor

• Documentary Film
• Experimental Film
• Political Cinema
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John Gianvito is a Professor in the Department of Visual & Media Arts at Emerson College. A renowned director, teacher, and curator, he is celebrated for his politically charged films such as PROFIT MOTIVE AND THE WHISPERING WIND and HER SOCIALIST SMILE . His work has been honored at major festivals including BAFICI, Belfort EntreVues, and the New York Film Festival. Gianvito previously curated the Harvard Film Archive for five years and edited Andrei Tarkovsky: Interviews . His films explore themes of labor rights, political imagination, and social justice through experimental and documentary formats. Notable works include the nine-hour diptych FOR EXAMPLE, THE PHILIPPINES and the collective film FAR FROM AFGHANISTAN . Retrospectives of his work have been showcased at VIENNALE, Cinéma du Réel, and the Seoul Independent Documentary Festival. Awardees of his films span prestigious accolades such as the National Society of Film Critics' 'Best Experimental Film' and inclusion in Time Out's 50 Greatest Documentaries. His research interests bridge cinema studies, political activism, and curatorial practices.

Amna MirzaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Language and Reading Development
• Learning Disabilities in English Language Learners (ELLs)
• Multilingual Literacy and Orthographies
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Dr. Amna Mirza is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Education at Mount Saint Vincent University. Her research focuses on language and reading development, learning disabilities in English Language Learners (ELLs), and the impact of genetics on conditions like Dyslexia. She collaborates with institutions like Wilfrid Laurier University and Brock University on interventions for multilingual literacy improvement. Dr. Mirza also runs teacher training programs internationally, emphasizing literacy principles. She holds a PhD in Developmental Psychology from Wilfrid Laurier University and supervises graduate students at MA/PhD levels. Her office is located in Seton 579, and she can be reached at Amna.Mirza@MSVU.CA. Her work examines reading profiles in diverse orthographies (e.g., Urdu, English) and evaluates vocabulary-based interventions for ELLs. Current projects explore how enriched literacy programs affect 2nd/3rd graders with/without learning disabilities. She also investigates AI ethics, digital transformation, and Industry 4.0 implications across governance and climate change. Education: PhD in Developmental Psychology (Wilfrid Laurier University) Research Collaborations: Wilfrid Laurier University, Brock University International Projects: Teacher training programs on literacy principles Supervision: Accepting MA/PhD students in Education Dr. Mirza’s research bridges educational psychology and technological advancements, addressing both foundational learning challenges and societal impacts of digitalization. Her recent work spans AI-driven governance systems, circular economy opportunities, and ethical challenges in AI applications.

Jen RinaldiView profile

Associate Professor

• Disability Law
• Feminist Legal Theory
• Queercrip Legal Theory
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Jen Rinaldi is an Associate Professor in Legal Studies at Ontario Tech University, specializing in critical disability studies, feminist legal theory, and socio-legal discourse. She holds a PhD from York University and an MA from the University of Guelph. Her research focuses on non-normative bodies, institutional violence, and marginalized communities including disabled, queer, and trans populations. Education: PhD in Critical Disability Studies (York University), MA in Philosophy (University of Guelph). Research interests include disability and law, prison abolition, migrant justice, and deinstitutionalization. She co-authored Institutional Violence and Disability: Punishing Conditions and co-founded the Huronia Survivors Speakers Bureau. Her work earned the Community Living Ontario James Montgomerie Award and teaching recognition from Ontario Tech University. Grants include SSHRC funding for projects on institutional violence, fat stigma, and migrant justice. She teaches courses like Disability and the Law and Law and Social Change . Awarded SSHRC grants totaling over $2.5M for interdisciplinary research. President of the Canadian Disability Studies Association. Designed Art and Law as part of Advanced Topics in Legal Studies. Labs/Teams: Active in Recounting Huronia, documenting Huronia Regional Centre survivors' histories, and Bodies in Translation, exploring activist art and access to life.

• Social Geography
• Disability Studies
• Health Geography
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Robert Wilton is a Professor of Social Geography at McMaster University's School of Earth, Environment & Society. His research focuses on the social geographies of disability, exploring barriers to social inclusion in employment, housing, and welfare systems. He has led SSHRC-funded studies on disabled individuals' experiences in labor markets and urban environments. Wilton has co-edited influential books like *Towards Enabling Geographies* and serves as an associate editor for *Health & Place*. Education : PhD in Geography (University of Southern California, 1999), MA in Geography (University of Southern California, 1994), BA (Hons) in Geography (University of Hull, 1991). Research Interests : Disability inclusion, mental health geographies, urban accessibility, and the intersection of gender with disability. His work analyzes how spatial contexts shape access to work, housing, and healthcare. Recent Articles : Recent publications examine disability housing adaptations, mental health workplace negotiations, and cancer risk communication. His research bridges geographical theories with practical policy implications for marginalized groups. Teaching : Teaches courses on urban social geography, human geography theories, and research methods. Recent courses include *ENVSOCTY 3UR3 Urban Social Geography* and *GEOG 729 Applying Social Theories*. Collaborations : Co-authors include Ann Fudge Schormans, Nick Marquis, and Nikolaos Yiannakoulias. Over 80 publications since 1993, with active collaborations in Canada and internationally.

Elizabeth Bailey KozleskiView profile

Academic

• Inclusive Education
• Educational Equity and Justice
• Systems Change in Education
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Elizabeth Kozleski is a Professor (Research) at Stanford University's Graduate School of Education and a member of the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance and Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute. Her work focuses on systems change for equity and justice in inclusive education across schools, districts, and national organizations. PhD advisees: Kevin Anderson, Chris Plantinos, Estefania Rodriguez Sanchez Research Interests: She investigates systems change in education, teacher learning in diverse school settings, and practices that improve student outcomes. Her scholarship emphasizes intersectional approaches to disability policy and culturally responsive educational systems. Scientific Awards: 2023 Luminary Award (Council of Exceptional Children) 2018 Budig Award for Teaching Excellence (University of Kansas) 2017 Boeing–William M. Allen Visiting Endowed Chair (Seattle University) 2016 Woman of Distinction (University of Kansas) 2013 Scholar of the Century (University of Northern Colorado) UNESCO Chair in Inclusive International Research Grants: She has secured over $35 million in federal, state, and international grants for inclusive education initiatives, including her leadership role in the Stanford Accelerator for Learning's Learning Differences Initiative. Labs & Networks: She co-leads the World Education Research Association International Research Network on Student Voice and collaborates with global institutions like the University of South Hampton (UK) and UNESCO.

David GramlingView profile

Professor

• Applied Linguistics
• Decolonial Approaches
• Gender, Queer, and Intersectionality Studies
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David Gramling is a Professor in the Department of Central, Eastern, and Northern European Studies at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Faculty of Arts. His research focuses on applied linguistics, decolonial approaches, gender and queer studies, intercultural communication, and translation studies. He holds a Ph.D. from UC Berkeley (2008) and has authored/co-authored eight books including The Invention of Monolingualism (2016, AAAL Book Award), The Invention of Multilingualism (2021), and forthcoming works such as Translating Transgender (2026) and Aloof (memoir, 2026). Education: Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley (2008) M.A., University of California, Berkeley (2002) B.A., Middlebury College (1999) Research Interests: Gramling’s work critiques monolingualism’s colonial legacies, explores multilingualism’s decolonial potential, and examines intersections of gender/queer theory with translation studies. Their recent keynote addresses include discussions on language justice in global contexts and the role of multilingualism in postcolonial critique. Awards: Recipient of the 2018 AAAL Annual Book Award for The Invention of Monolingualism . Editorial board member of Transgender Studies Quarterly and German Quarterly . Teaching & Outreach: Teaches courses in German studies, translation theory, and critical multilingualism. Active in advocating for disability inclusion and accessible language practices. Currently on administrative leave but accessible via phone/text at 604 8027409.

• EU Risk Regulation
• Precautionary Principle
• Law and Well-being
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Sarah Arduin is Matheson Assistant Professor in EU Law at Trinity College Dublin's School of Law. Holding French and Irish degrees, she teaches EU Law and Environmental Law at undergraduate/postgraduate levels. Her research investigates EU risk regulation frameworks, particularly precautionary principle applications in policy decisions. Emerging scholarship examines intersections between EU law, well-being metrics, and sustainable development goals. Supervises student research on Law and Happiness. Welcomes collaborations on disability rights and regulatory governance.

Simonetta LonghiView profile

Professor

• Labour Economics
• Socio-Economic Inequalities
• Migration Studies
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Simonetta Longhi is a Professor of Economics at the University of Reading, serving as Head of the Department of Economics and a member of the Labour and Household Economics research cluster. She holds affiliations with the Institute for the Study of Labour (IZA) and the Centre for Research and Analysis of Migration (CReAM). Her research focuses on socio-economic inequalities, particularly gender, ethnicity, disability, and migration impacts on labour markets. She has contributed to understanding wage gaps, unemployment dynamics, and anti-immigration attitudes using large datasets like the UK Labour Force Survey. Her academic career includes roles as an Associate Professor at Reading (2016–2020) and Research Fellow at the University of Essex’s Institute for Social and Economic Research. She has led funded projects on wellbeing, ethnicity pay gaps, and graduate employability. Notable awards include the Moss Madden Medal (2013) and early career recognition for work on wage curves and regional economics. Longhi’s research spans over 50 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, with contributions to policy through reports for the Equality and Human Rights Commission and Joseph Rowntree Foundation. She actively supervises PhD students and contributes to teaching, including courses on econometrics and social policy. Her administrative roles include directing employability initiatives and promoting diversity within the university.

Gerardo R. LopezView profile

Professor

• Parent Involvement
• School-Community Relations
• Immigrant Education
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Gerardo R. Lopez is a Professor in the Department of Educational Administration at Michigan State University (MSU), where he holds roles as editor of Educational Administration Quarterly and serves in leadership positions. Previously, he taught at the University of Utah, Indiana University, and others. His research focuses on parent-school relations, immigrant education, and diversity in educational policy. He has contributed to federal civil rights cases involving undocumented students and English Language Learners. Lopez holds a Ph.D. from the University of Texas-Austin. Education: Ph.D., University of Texas-Austin Research Interests: Lopez's work addresses systemic inequities through participatory research methods. He emphasizes community-centered leadership, particularly in marginalized communities, and critiques policies that perpetuate educational disparities. His projects often involve collaboration with families and educators to co-design equitable solutions. Service and Leadership: Member, UCEA Executive Committee Committee member, AERA and AACTE Expert witness in federal civil rights litigation Labs/Teams: As a journal editor, Lopez oversees scholarly discourse in educational administration. His work intersects with interdisciplinary teams focused on decolonizing education and crisis management in schooling.