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Eliza Z. XueView profile

Assistant Professor

• Business Law
• Company Law
• Rules of Equity
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Eliza Z. Xue serves as an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Business Administration department of the Faculty of Management at the University of New Brunswick, joining the institution in 2023. She teaches Business Law at the undergraduate BBA level and Corporate Governance and Law in the MBA program, leveraging over a decade of prior teaching experience at Hong Kong Baptist University where she received a Teaching Excellence Award in 2020. Her academic credentials include a Doctorate in Law focusing on equity rule development during Lord Denning's era, an LLM in Commercial and Company Law from King's College London, and a Juris Doctor from Hong Kong City University. Professor Xue's research critically examines business law, company law, equity rules, and legal history across common law systems. Her work bridges historical legal evolution with contemporary applications in commercial arbitration, corporate governance, and cross-jurisdictional legal frameworks, emphasizing cultural and historical contexts in legal development. Her publication trajectory reveals consistent expertise in commercial law development, with recent articles analyzing arbitration impediments, payment fraud mechanisms, and landmark corporate cases. This body of work demonstrates a specialized focus on equity jurisprudence and its practical implications for business regulation. She has received recognition for pedagogical excellence and maintains active membership in key legal scholarly organizations: Society of Legal Scholars Academy of Legal Studies in Business Canadian Association of Law Teachers Professor Xue contributes extensively to academic discourse through international conference presentations on Canadian legal multiculturalism, law school demographics, and human rights due diligence in multinational enterprises, reflecting her engagement with evolving legal landscapes.

Anne L SchillerView profile

Professor

• Identity Studies
• Tourism Studies
• Religious Studies
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Professor Anne L. Schiller is a distinguished anthropologist at George Mason University, holding the rank of Professor of Anthropology. Her academic roles include former Associate Provost for International Programs and founding Vice President of Mason’s Office of Global Strategies. She also served as Director of the Anthropology Graduate Program and International Studies Program at North Carolina State University, where she earned the Alumni Distinguished Professor title. Her research focuses on identity, religion, and tourism in Italy and Indonesia. Key works include Small Sacrifices: Religious Change and Cultural Identity Among the Ngaju of Indonesia (1997) and Merchants in the City of Art (2016), analyzing Florentine merchant communities. She conducted fieldwork in Indonesian Borneo and Italy with support from Fulbright, Wenner-Gren, and National Geographic grants. Her recent projects explore cultural representation in Southern Italy’s Puglia region and expatriate social networks. In 2016, she served as a Fulbright Visiting Scholar at Italy’s Università del Salento, lecturing on qualitative research methods. Education: BA (University of Virginia), MA and PhD (Cornell University) Awards: Rigby Award for International Service, Fulbright Fellowships, Alumni Distinguished Professor Grants: Fulbright, Wenner-Gren Foundation, National Geographic Society Her advising and mentorship span global collaborations, including directing interdisciplinary projects at Mason’s Center for Social Science Research. Current work emphasizes cross-cultural organizations and migration dynamics in Southern Italy.

Ileana D. ChirilaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Contemporary Transcultural and Transnational Literatures
• Francophone Literatures
• French Cultural Studies
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Ileana D. Chirila serves as an Assistant Professor of French within the Department of Languages, Literatures & Cultures at the University of New Hampshire's College of Liberal Arts, teaching diverse courses ranging from Elementary French to specialized literature seminars including Road Trip Through France and Love, War, and Power. Her academic foundation includes: Ph.D. in Romance Studies from Duke University M.A. from Duke University M.A. from the University of Kentucky B.A. from the University of Craiova Dr. Chirila's research centers on contemporary transcultural and transnational French/Francophone literatures, with particular expertise in Romani counter-narratives, Sino-French literary exchange, and diaspora studies. Her work critically examines how minority voices challenge dominant historical discourses and reshape cultural identity in global contexts, emphasizing literary activism and cosmopolitan perspectives. Analysis of her 2011-2019 publications reveals consistent thematic engagement with marginalized communities—especially Romani and Chinese diasporas in France—through frameworks of counter-narrative, transcultural identity, and post-identitarian literature. Key trends include reinterpreting historical events like May 1968 through minority perspectives and exploring literature's role in social transformation. No scientific awards were documented in the source materials. Information regarding graduate student advising and research funding remains unspecified in the provided documentation. Current affiliations with research laboratories or collaborative academic teams were not referenced in the available information.

Monisha BajajView profile

Professor

• Peace Education
• Human Rights Education
• Immigration and Refugee Education
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Dr. Monisha Bajaj is a Professor of International and Multicultural Education at the University of San Francisco's School of Education. Her work focuses on peace education, human rights, racial justice, and global educational equity. She holds a PhD in International Educational Development from Teachers College, Columbia University, alongside degrees from Stanford University. Her research emphasizes marginalized youth, immigrant/refugee education, and anti-xenophobia strategies. Key contributions include developing curricula for UNICEF/UNESCO and editing the International Journal of Human Rights Education . Awards include the AERA Ella Baker/Septima Clark Human Rights Award (2015) and USF's Distinguished Research Award (2018). Expertise: Global South education, human rights pedagogy, and social justice Publications: Over 8 authored/edited books and numerous peer-reviewed articles Funding: Supported by Fulbright, Rockefeller Foundation, and Spencer Foundation Her work bridges academic research with grassroots initiatives, advocating for transformative education policies that address systemic inequities.

Isauro EscamillaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Early Childhood Education
• Bilingual Education
• Social Justice in Education
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Isauro Escamilla is an Assistant Professor at San Francisco State University. His work focuses on early childhood education, particularly in bilingual and dual-language learning environments. He emphasizes social justice, language rights, and innovative assessment strategies, advocating for teacher inquiry groups and collaborative reflection as tools for educational transformation. His research explores nature-based exploration and multicultural approaches to teaching, with a notable interest in urban preschool contexts. Dr. Escamilla's publications highlight themes such as translanguaging, cross-cultural collaboration between educators, and leveraging art and documentation to enhance learning. He has extensively studied the LAS AMERICAS EARLY EDUCATION SCHOOL, analyzing the impact of long-term inquiry groups on educational practices. Despite no explicit mention of scientific awards, his contributions to teacher development and social justice in education are evident through his scholarly output. No advising or grant details are provided in the text, and there is no information about affiliated labs or teams.

Stephen BalkaranView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Civil Rights
• Race Relations
• Immigration Policy
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Stephen Balkaran serves as Adjunct Professor at Florida International University's Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs and Instructor at Central Connecticut State University. His expertise spans civil rights, racial justice, immigration reform, and political philosophy. Educational background: Juris Doctor studies, Quinnipiac University School of Law M.A. Political Science, University of Connecticut (1996) B.A. Political Science, University of Connecticut (1994) Research examines historical and contemporary dimensions of racial inequality, civil rights movements, and multicultural policy frameworks. Publications explore identity politics, social justice mechanisms, and policy reforms addressing systemic disparities. Honors include: NAACP 25 Most Influential Award (2018) Connecticut Men of Color recognition (2017) Multiple academic fellowships Extensive conference presentations address civil rights education, immigration policy impacts, and racial reconciliation frameworks.

• Feminist History
• Race Relations
• Colonial and Postcolonial Studies
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Samia Khatun is a Senior Lecturer in History at SOAS University of London, affiliated with both the Department of History and the School of History, Religions and Philosophies. She holds a BA and PhD from the University of Sydney. Her research critically examines how modern history disciplines constructed racial hierarchies and feminist imaginations, emphasizing decolonial methodologies rooted in colonized peoples' intellectual traditions. Her work focuses on the global South, particularly South Asian and Australian colonial contexts. Key publications include Australianama: The South Asian Odyssey in Australia (2018), which challenged Eurocentric epistemologies, earning the Scholarly Non-Fiction Book of the Year award. She has also produced documentaries on Muslim migration and white nationalism for Australian national broadcasters ABC and SBS. Before joining SOAS, Dr Khatun was Associate Professor at the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB), where she pioneered undergraduate history programs in Bangladesh's private university sector. Earlier roles included Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Melbourne and visiting positions at institutions like Zentrum Moderner Orient (Berlin) and Jadavpur University (Kolkata). Her advising and grant landscape reflects extensive mentorship and interdisciplinary engagement. Notable advisee: Dishan Abrahams (PhD Title: Digital Dislocations: The Music of the Sri Lankan Tamil Diaspora ). Her career trajectory demonstrates sustained commitment to decolonizing academic disciplines through teaching and research initiatives. She contributes to the School's mission of exploring Global South histories, religions, and philosophies through critical and interdisciplinary approaches. While no specific laboratory is mentioned, her work intersects with the School's Jaina-Prosopography project on monastic networks and patronage in South Asia.

• Anti-Racist Studies
• Diasporic Identities
• Migration and Belonging
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Dr. Kathomi Gatwiri is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Health at Southern Cross University and an ARC DECRA Fellow at the Centre for Children & Young People. She holds dual roles as a practising psychotherapist and the President of the Australian Women & Gender Studies Association (AWGSA). Her interdisciplinary research focuses on racial trauma, Afrodiasporic identities, and anti-racist pedagogies, with over $1.5M in research grants since 2017. Notable awards include the 2022 Vice-Chancellor Award for Research Excellence and the 2017 'Kenyan of the Year' Community Impact Award. Education: Bachelor of Social Work (Catholic University) Master of Counselling & Psychotherapy (Cairnmillar Institute) PhD in Interdisciplinary Social Work & Cultural Studies (Flinders University) Research Interests: Gatwiri’s work critically examines Blackness, migranthood, and systemic racism through decolonizing methodologies. Her three core research programs address: Black African experiences in Australia Child welfare systems and out-of-home care Anti-racist teaching and research practices Community Engagement: Founder of Healing Together (trauma therapy service) and Femicide Count (Kenyan women’s violence data platform). Active in policy advocacy, particularly around racial dignity frameworks and culturally affirming mental health services. Grants & Supervision: Secured over $1.5M in competitive funding. Supervises HDR students focusing on decolonizing methodologies and anti-oppressive frameworks in trauma research. Labs & Networks: Leads research at the Centre for Children & Young People, collaborating with the Australian Childhood Foundation and international scholars on migration, race, and child welfare.

Stephen WhiteView profile

Associate Professor

• Public Opinion
• Political Participation
• Immigrant Political Attitudes
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Stephen White is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Carleton University, where he has been employed since 2015. Previously, he held academic positions at the University of Ottawa and the University of Regina. He obtained his BA from Memorial University, MA from Wilfrid Laurier University, and PhD from the University of Toronto. His research specializes in three interconnected domains: Canadian and comparative public opinion dynamics Political behavior and electoral participation patterns Immigrant political incorporation processes with particular focus on how ethnocultural diversity shapes political engagement in multilevel governance systems. White's publications exhibit consistent thematic focus on immigrant political adaptation, voter behavior, and diversity politics, with methodological emphasis on longitudinal analysis and comparative frameworks. Recent works explore how residential patterns affect racialized communities' political engagement and how generational/period effects influence immigrant voting trajectories. No scientific awards or student advising relationships are documented in available sources. Similarly, no information about research grants, laboratory affiliations, or team collaborations is present in the provided materials.

• Multilingual Education
• Educational Policy
• Community-Based Learning
• +3 more

Raymonde Sneddon is a Senior Lecturer at the University of East London (UEL), based in the School of Education & Communities. Her research focuses on multilingual education, complementary schooling systems, and the intersection of policy with community-based learning. She has conducted extensive work in East London, examining issues of equity, language rights, and marginalized communities' educational needs. Her research interests include policy analysis in language education, sustainable educational practices, and the role of collaborative learning in fostering literacy and cultural identity. Key projects include evaluations of funded initiatives like the Paul Hamlyn Foundation's Shpresa Programme, which explored social impact and community-driven education. Dr. Sneddon’s work bridges academic research with practical applications, emphasizing the importance of policy implementation and grassroots advocacy in shaping inclusive educational environments. Her contributions span peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, and conferences, reflecting a commitment to advancing understanding of multilingualism and urban education challenges.

Sonia Morano-FoadiView profile

Professor

• European Union Law
• Migration Law
• Human Rights
• +5 more

Professor Sonia Morano-Foadi is a leading scholar in European Law at Oxford Brookes University’s School of Law and Social Sciences, serving as Postgraduate Research Tutor and convenor of the Fundamental Rights, Equality and Diversity (FRED) research group. She specializes in EU citizenship, migration law, and human rights, integrating doctrinal analysis with socio-legal approaches to examine regional integration, refugee rights, and anti-trafficking frameworks. Her research explores critical intersections of fundamental rights with migration governance, including: EU citizenship and third-country nationals' rights Labor market integration for refugees Human trafficking vulnerability frameworks Comparative regional integration (EU/CARICOM) Recent work focuses on bottom-up solidarity models for refugee employment and Frontex’s evolving mandate. Morano-Foadi maintains active engagement with European institutions, having advised the European Parliament on ECHR accession and trained judges at the Academy of European Law. She secured significant grants, including a €295,000 EU project on human trafficking and British Academy funding. Her 2020 monograph Protection of Fundamental Rights in Europe received high-level judicial endorsements. Awards: Best Taught Module Award (2016) University ACE Award (2020) She supervises doctoral candidates researching migration law, hate speech, and labor mobility. As external examiner for multiple UK universities, she shapes legal education nationally.

Colin ScottView profile

Assistant Professor

• Political Psychology
• Political Behaviour
• Public Opinion
• +11 more

Colin Scott is an Assistant Professor at Concordia University’s Department of Political Science, specializing in political psychology, comparative politics, and applied social research. His work bridges psychology and political science, focusing on intergroup relations, migration, and public opinion toward diversity. He collaborates with governments and NGOs in Canada and Latin America on evidence-based policy analysis and program evaluation. Education: Ph.D. in Political Science (McGill University, 2021), MA in Applied Social Psychology (University of Guelph, 2014), MA in Political Science (Memorial University of Newfoundland, 2013), BA in Psychology & Political Science (Memorial University of Newfoundland, 2011) Scott’s research explores democratic citizenship, social cohesion, and the psychological foundations of political attitudes. His recent publications analyze decentralization in Canada, minority rights in Québec, and refugee political engagement. He emphasizes behavioral science applications to public policy, particularly in migration and civic participation. Scientific awards include SSHRC fellowships, the H. Anthony Hampson Award, and the Dale Thompson Prize. He also engages in professional service as Assistant Editor for the International Journal of Intercultural Relations and Section Chair in the Canadian Psychological Association.

Priscilla GibsonView profile

Professor

• Cultural Competence
• Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
• Qualitative Research Methods
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Priscilla Gibson is a Professor at the University of Minnesota's School of Social Work, holding dual roles as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and scholar. She specializes in culturally sensitive social work practices, particularly focusing on African American grandmothers in kinship care, qualitative research methods, and social justice pedagogy. Her work spans international collaborations, including a 2020 Fulbright Scholarship in Namibia, and domestic advocacy addressing systemic racism in education and child welfare systems. Dr. Gibson earned her PhD from the University of Denver, MSW from Tulane University, and BS from Southern University. Her research explores strategies to combat racial inequities, including anti-racist community engagement and interventions for marginalized families. She has secured grants from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development and the Minnesota Kinship Caregivers Association. Teaching: Advanced Social Work Practice with Diverse Populations, Study Abroad Programs in Ghana Key Contributions: Over 25 years of clinical practice, 60+ publications, and leadership in interdisciplinary healing spaces for women of color Her awards include the University of Minnesota's AES and President's Multicultural Awards. Current initiatives emphasize culturally responsive child welfare policies and reducing racial disparities in school discipline.

Yasemin İnceoğluView profile

Professor

• Hate Speech
• Media Literacy
• Discriminative Discourse
• +3 more

Yasemin İnceoğlu is a Professor of Communication at the London School of Economics (LSE), Department of Media and Communications, with a distinguished academic career spanning over three decades. She previously held roles at Marmara University (1984-2004), Galatasaray University (2004-2016), and served as Dean at Galatasaray’s Faculty of Communication. Her research focuses on hate speech, media literacy, and media criticism, with notable contributions to understanding media representation of minorities, gender issues, and the ethical dimensions of journalism. She has authored over 15 books and numerous international publications. İnceoğlu is a member of UNESCO’s International Clearinghouse on Children and Violence on the Screen and the American Biography Institute. She has been a visiting scholar at institutions including Columbia University, Salzburg Seminar, and the European University Institute. Education: B.A. in English Language and Literature (Istanbul University, 1983), M.A. and Ph.D. in Journalism (Marmara University). Affiliations: Board member of the Umut Foundation, Journalism Development Association, and several civil society organizations. Grants/Projects: Conducted EU-funded projects on media literacy and participated in global initiatives like the Alliance of Civilizations and UNESCO conferences. Her research emphasizes critical media analysis, particularly in contexts of conflict and authoritarianism. She advocates for media accountability and has pioneered media literacy education in Turkey’s curriculum. Her work on LGBTQ+ representation and pandemic-era journalism highlights her commitment to social justice and ethical communication. Recent work explores intersections of populism, neoliberalism, and media, as seen in her books Pandemic Neoliberalism and Media (2021) and Journalism ‘a Peacekeeping Agent’ (2018). She frequently addresses global audiences on topics like hate speech regulation and media’s role in democratic societies.

Ylce IrizarryView profile

Associate Professor

• Latinx Studies
• Cultural Production
• Hispanic Transnational Literatures
• +9 more

Ylce Irizarry is an Associate Professor and Norman and Dorothy Eliason Scholar at the University of South Florida. Her research focuses on Latinx cultural production, including Chicanx/Latinx literature, Caribbean historical fiction, and visual rhetorics. She examines how authors use genre, language, and visual elements to represent marginalized experiences. Education: Ph.D. in English, Pennsylvania State University (2002) M.A. in English, Purdue University (1995) B.A. in English with Spanish Minor, Le Moyne College (1993) Her groundbreaking book Chicana/o and Latina/o Fiction: The New Memory of Latinidad (2016) won major awards from NACCS and the MLA. Her current project explores Latinx speculative narratives as decolonial cartographies of erased histories. Recent work appears in Chiricú Journal , CENTRO , and Latinx Environmentalisms . Research Themes: Latinx environmentalisms, critical race studies, queer theory, decolonial aesthetics, and intersectional social justice. Awards: NACCS Best Book Award (2018) MLA Book Award (2017) Jerome Krivanek Teaching Award (2017) SOL Community Engagement Award (2019) Her teaching emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to Latinx studies, including courses on 'Misbehaving Bodies' in literature/film and introduction to Latina/o/x studies. She actively engages in community outreach and mentoring initiatives.