Lisa Binkley is an Assistant Professor at Dalhousie University's Department of History, serving as Graduate Coordinator and Coordinator of the Art History Certificate program. Her work bridges historical geography, material culture, and Indigenous studies, emphasizing textiles as political and heritage artifacts. BAH in Human Geography (Queen's University) MA in Human Geography (Queen's University) PhD in Art History and Material Culture (Queen's University) W.P. Bell Post-doctoral Fellow at Mount Allison University Her research focuses on Indigenous and settler women's histories, critical heritage studies, and the role of craft in resistance and reclamation. Current projects include collaborative grants (2020) exploring Indigenous approaches to cultural canons and climate grief through artistic practices. Awards include the prestigious W.P. Bell Post-doctoral Fellowship.
Stephen Benson is Associate Professor in the School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing at the University of East Anglia (UEA), where he has been a faculty member since 2005. He is affiliated with the Modern and Contemporary Writing Research Group and holds an active ORCID profile (0000-0001-7175-9979). His research centers on the intersections of literature with music, sound, and the visual arts, focusing on modern and contemporary writing. Key areas include narrative theory, the folktale, and creative forms of criticism. He has published extensively, including monographs such as Cycles of Influence and Literary Music , and co-edited volumes like Creative Criticism: an Anthology and Guide . Stephen Benson's recent publications (2020–2025) show a sustained engagement with literature and music, post-critical reading, and interdisciplinary art forms. His work often appears in major academic companions and journals, reflecting a strong presence in contemporary literary scholarship. His editorial role in the Edinburgh Companion to Literature and Music further demonstrates leadership in the field. He has received notable recognition, including two Choice Outstanding Academic Titles awards. His scholarly contributions reflect a blend of critical rigor and creative experimentation. Choice Outstanding Academic Title (2003) - Cycles of Influence: Fiction, Folktale, Theory Choice Outstanding Academic Title (2008) - Contemporary Fiction and the Fairy Tale Stephen Benson has supervised numerous research projects and graduate students through his role at UEA, though specific advisees are not named in the text. He has secured editorial and collaborative research opportunities, particularly around sound, literature, and critical innovation. His work on the theory and practice of description suggests ongoing and future scholarly direction. He is a core member of the Modern and Contemporary Writing Research Group at UEA, contributing to a vibrant interdisciplinary research culture focused on innovative literary and critical practices.
Rochelle Scheuermann is Associate Professor of Evangelism & Leadership at Wheaton College's A. Duane Litfin Divinity School, where she also serves as Program Director for the Doctor of Ministry degree and Assistant Dean of Ministry and Evangelism. Her academic background includes a Ph.D. in Intercultural Studies from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and an M.Div. from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary. Ph.D., Intercultural Studies – Trinity Evangelical Divinity School Master of Divinity – Assemblies of God Theological Seminary Her research interests focus on disability and the church, theology of mission, and the intersection of preaching and culture. She explores how theological frameworks can better include people with disabilities and how cultural engagement shapes effective preaching and missional practice. Her recent publications span topics in disability theology, missiology, and homiletics, with a consistent emphasis on inclusion, contextualization, and ecclesial integrity. Her work appears in journals such as Missiology , Christian Scholar’s Review , and Trinity Journal . Knox Fellowship Award for Research in Evangelism (2022) Scheuermann has held leadership roles in the Evangelical Missiological Society, including President (2022–2024), and serves on editorial boards for Missio Dei Journal , Koinonia Journal , and Missiology . She is also a board member for Can Do Kids International and part of the Lausanne Mission and Disability Catalyst Group. Her ministry experience includes serving as Associate Pastor at a church plant in Salt Lake City, UT, and teaching internationally in Thailand, Cambodia, and Kenya. She is co-author of Preaching in the Contemporary World and co-editor of Communication in Mission and Controversies in Mission , with a forthcoming book titled Not Forgotten: Mission to Women Amid Global Crises .
Donnacha M. Dennehy is a Professor of Music at Princeton University and Director of the Princeton Sound Kitchen. Previously a tenured lecturer at Trinity College Dublin, he was appointed a Global Scholar at Princeton University in Autumn 2012 and joined the music faculty in 2014. Dennehy founded Crash Ensemble, Ireland's renowned new music group, in 1997 after returning to Ireland from studies in the USA, France, and Holland. Dennehy's research interests focus on contemporary composition with particular emphasis on opera, experimental music theatre, overtone series exploration, and ensemble music. His work bridges traditional composition with innovative approaches to sound and performance, often incorporating elements of Irish musical tradition within contemporary frameworks. He has developed a distinctive compositional voice that has earned him international recognition. His compositions have been performed at major festivals and venues worldwide including the Edinburgh International Festival, Royal Opera House London, Carnegie Hall New York, The Barbican London, and many others. Dennehy's work shows consistent exploration of narrative structures within contemporary classical music, with a particular interest in collaborations across artistic disciplines including theatre, visual arts, and literature. Scientific Awards: Elected to Aosdána (Ireland's Academy of Creative Artists), 2005 Fulbright Scholarship Irish Times Theatre Award for best opera (for The Last Hotel), 2015 International Rostrum of Composers 'recommended' for Crane, 2010 Dennehy has received numerous commissions from prestigious organizations including Carnegie Hall, Wigmore Hall, Metropolitan Museum of Art, BBC, and RTE National Symphony Orchestra. His collaborations extend to renowned artists including Dawn Upshaw, Kronos Quartet, and writers Colm Tóibín and Enda Walsh. As Director of Princeton Sound Kitchen, he leads an ensemble dedicated to innovative contemporary music performance and creation. Dennehy's work with Crash Ensemble has been particularly influential in the new music scene, with their 2011 Nonesuch release of his music, Grá agus Bás, named by NPR as one of its '50 favorite albums' of 2011. His teaching at Princeton includes courses in composition, instrumentation, and music theory through performance.
Allison Goodman serves as a Professor specializing in visual design disciplines with expertise spanning graphic and product design fields. Her research and teaching interests include: Graphic Design Product Design Information Design Communication Design Visual Thinking Narrative Design Professor Goodman teaches multiple sections of Communication Design courses focusing on information and context across different departments (GPRT, ILL, IXD), along with specialized courses in Information Design, Visual Thinking, and Narrative & Scale. Her course load demonstrates comprehensive coverage of design principles from foundational to advanced levels. She actively contributes to design education through courses including ID Graphics, Information Design, Visual Thinking 1, and advanced Communication Design sequences, indicating strong engagement with contemporary design methodologies and pedagogical approaches.
Li Guo is a Professor of Arabic Language and Literature at the University of Notre Dame, serving as Interim Chair of the Department of Classics. His research bridges medieval Arabic historiography, shadow play traditions, and socioeconomic documentation from Islamicate port cities. Ph.D., Yale University (1994) Research focuses on: Historical analysis of Mamluk-era texts Evolution of Arabic shadow theater 13th-century Red Sea commercial networks Popular poetry in Islamic cultural contexts Notable scholarly trends include interdisciplinary approaches merging literary analysis with archaeological evidence and performance studies. Scientific recognition: IIM Prize for Research (2015) Research supported by prestigious fellowships from: American Research Center in Egypt (1998-1999, 2014-2015) American Council of Learned Societies (2002-2003) National Endowment for the Humanities (2008-2009)
Suzy Kim is an Associate Professor of Korean History in the Department of Asian Languages and Cultures at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, within the School of Arts and Sciences. Her research focuses on modern Korean history, particularly North Korea, with interdisciplinary engagement in gender studies, social and cultural history, oral history, and social theory. She is the author of two major books and serves as senior editor of positions: asia critique and on the editorial boards of Journal of Korean Studies and Yŏsŏng kwa yŏksa (Women and History). She is also an active public scholar and human rights advocate. Ph.D., University of Chicago M.A., University of Chicago B.A., University of California, Los Angeles Her research interests span modern Korean history, the global Cold War, transnational feminisms, gender and sexuality, comparative revolutions, visual cultures, and environmental humanities. She critically examines North Korean society through the lenses of everyday life, mass mobilization, and gendered subject formation. Her work bridges academic rigor with public advocacy, emphasizing social justice and peace in Korea. The 15 most recent publications reflect a sustained scholarly engagement with North Korea’s social and cultural history, particularly focusing on gender, revolution, memory, and transnational connections. Her articles appear in leading journals such as Gender & History , Comparative Studies in Society and History , and positions: asia critique . Thematically, her work explores the intersections of state ideology, personal agency, and global Cold War dynamics, often challenging dominant narratives about North Korea through nuanced historical analysis. Fulbright, 2020-2021 National Endowment for the Humanities, 2016 James B. Palais Book Prize, 2015 Kim has advised and mentored students in Korean studies, gender studies, and history, though specific names are not listed. She has received significant research funding, including from the Fulbright Program and NEH. She previously served as a visiting professor at Boston College and has worked with human rights organizations such as Amnesty International USA, Truth Foundation, and Women Cross DMZ. Her public scholarship emphasizes dialogue, peacebuilding, and ethical representation of North Korea. She is actively involved in academic communities, serving on professional boards including the American Historical Association, Association for Asian Studies, and National Women’s Studies Association. Her editorial leadership in positions: asia critique and other journals underscores her role in shaping critical discourse in Asian studies. She teaches courses such as Global East Asia, Gender and Social Change in Korea, and North Korea in the Socialist and Post-Socialist Worlds.
Dan Heaton is a Professor in the Department of Communication at Capital University, where he has built a distinguished 30+ year career. Based in Huber Spielman Hall, Room 33, he is renowned as "Dr. Dan" for his dynamic mentorship and creative leadership, with contact email dheaton@capital.edu. His educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Performance Studies from Louisiana State University M.A. in Communication Studies from Louisiana State University B.A. in Communication Arts-Theatre and English-Literature from Carson-Newman University A.A. in Liberal Arts from Anderson University Dr. Heaton's research centers on autobiographical performance and communication pedagogy , with expertise in storytelling, improvisation, and community-engaged theatre. His work bridges academic theory and practical application through over 60 directed productions and 100+ Fat Tuesday Debutantes comedy shows, emphasizing performance as a tool for social change and identity exploration. His publications (1993-2005) reveal consistent innovation in narrative performance and communication education , with recurring themes of identity politics, cultural critique, and pedagogical experimentation. Articles frequently integrate popular culture with critical theory, demonstrating applied scholarship in classroom and community contexts. Key recognition includes: Leslie Irene Coger Award for Distinguished Performance (National Communication Association) Dr. Heaton actively mentors students through CU Theatre productions and the Masquers Outreach Ensemble, prioritizing collaborative creation. His sabbatical project featured the nationally toured one-person show "Almost Paradise," adapting contemporary poetry about pop culture figures into transformative performance experiences. He sustains impact through the Masquers Outreach Ensemble and Fat Tuesday Debutantes program, extending pedagogical reach into community performance festivals and regional conferences.
Liam O’Loughlin is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Capital University, where he researches postcolonial literatures, environmental humanities, and cultural studies. His current project examines disaster representations in contemporary South Asian fiction. He holds a PhD in Critical and Cultural Studies from the University of Pittsburgh and a BA in English from the University of Maryland. His research intersects postcolonial theory, environmental criticism, and media studies, with a focus on: Industrial/environmental disasters in literature Global Black and South Asian cultural relationships Institutional critiques of academic fields Documentary film and anti-colonial narratives His publications consistently explore postcolonial disaster narratives, institutional power structures, and transnational solidarity, with recent work emphasizing South Asian-Black diasporic connections and ecological crises. Thematically, articles engage with trauma, representation politics, and decolonial theory across literary and visual media. Professor O’Loughlin co-edits scholarly collections, including a special issue of South Asian Review on disaster representations. He teaches courses spanning Postcolonial/Global Literatures, Literature and the Environment, and Academic Composition.
Elisabeth Oxfeldt is a Professor of Scandinavian Literature at the University of Oslo's Faculty of Humanities, Department of Literature, Area Studies and European Languages. Specializing in Danish and Norwegian literature from the 19th to 21st centuries, she examines cultural narratives through postcolonial and orientalist frameworks with particular focus on guilt discourse in Nordic contexts. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Scandinavian Literature from U.C. Berkeley (2002), M.A. in Scandinavian Literature (1996), and B.A. in French Literature (1988). This interdisciplinary foundation informs her transnational approach to Nordic literary studies. Oxfeldt's research centers on Scandinavian narratives of guilt and privilege within globalization, exploring how Orientalism, postcolonialism, and (post)nationalism manifest in literature and visual media. Her work critically engages with Hans Christian Andersen adaptations, war literature, travelogues, and literary activism, revealing tensions between Nordic self-perception as egalitarian societies and historical complicity in colonial structures. She frequently analyzes word-image relationships and adaptation processes across media. Publication trends show sustained engagement with postcolonial critique since her 2005 monograph Nordic Orientalism , evolving toward contemporary analyses of activist voices and guilt narratives. Recent edited volumes address literary rights struggles (2024) and ecological perspectives in Nordic literature (2023), demonstrating expanding interdisciplinary scope while maintaining core focus on representation and power dynamics. Awards and honors: Member of Det Danske Akademi (The Danish Academy) Advising and grants information was not specified in source materials, though her leadership of major research projects suggests significant supervisory and funding acquisition activities. Teaching responsibilities include courses on Nordic literature after 1800, Norwegian world literature, and literary activism. Oxfeldt co-leads the DINO (Diversity in Nordic Literature) research group and previously participated in ECODISTURB. Her current projects include 'Scandinavian Narratives of Guilt and Privilege in an Age of Globalization' (ScanGuilt) and 'Norwegian Romantic Nationalisms' (NORN), examining historical and contemporary constructions of Scandinavian identity through literary lenses.
Heping Liu is an Associate Professor of Art History at Wellesley College , specializing in Chinese painting of the Song dynasty . His research explores intersections of art, literature, environment, science, and technology during China's 10th-12th centuries. Ph.D. from Yale University Recipient of NEH and ACLS Fellowships Teaches courses on Japanese/Chinese art, poetic painting, and Song imperial painting academy Focuses on hands-on art education through museum sessions Key research themes include: Political exile in Song landscapes Imperial patronage systems Buddhist iconography adaptation Urban/rural representations Cross-cultural artistic exchange Notable publications analyze: Qingming Shanghe Tu (2011) Juecheng's Buddhist works (2007) Empress Liu's Maitreya portrait (2003) Water-mill technological symbolism (2002) Scientific recognition: National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship American Council of Learned Societies Fellowship Teaching philosophy emphasizes direct engagement with artworks through: Davis Museum resources Boston-New York institutional partnerships Object-based learning sessions Comparative East Asian studies
Sylvia Chassaing is a Lecturer in contemporary Russian literature and translation at the National Institute of Oriental Languages and Civilizations (INALCO) in Paris, France. She is affiliated with the CREE (Centre de Recherches Euro-Asiennes) research team and specializes in Slavic languages and literature, with a particular focus on Russian studies. Her work bridges literary analysis, cultural studies, and political commentary on contemporary Russian society. Chassaing's research interests span multiple interconnected fields including sociocriticism, gender studies, and ecocriticism as applied to Russian literature. She focuses particularly on Extremely Contemporary Russian Literature (2010s-2020s), examining how writers and literary institutions navigate power structures in Putin's Russia. Her work explores themes of trauma narratives, feminist publishing movements, literary activism (such as the #Tikhiypiket silent protest movement), and ecocritical readings of Russian texts. She also investigates the relationship between art and politics in post-Soviet public space, including Moscow Actionism. Her scholarly output reveals a consistent engagement with the intersection of literature, politics, and social movements in contemporary Russia. Chassaing frequently analyzes how Russian writers respond to political pressures, with particular attention to gender dynamics and ecological concerns. Her work demonstrates how literary forms become vehicles for political expression and resistance in contexts of censorship and authoritarianism. Co-organized international conference 'Being a writer under Putin' (2024) Co-directed Russian-French translation seminars (2019-2021) Co-founded SAMPIZDAT publishing house for Russian underground literature Translator of contemporary Russian writers including Daria Serenko and Boris Khersonskij Chassaing actively contributes to research evaluation for journals including Revue Slovo and Slavica Occitania, demonstrating her standing within the academic community focused on Slavic studies and contemporary literature.
Dr Rory O'Bryen is an Associate Professor of Latin American Literature and Culture at the Spanish & Portuguese Department of the Faculty of Modern and Medieval Languages and Linguistics, University of Cambridge. He teaches courses on Latin American cultural studies and literature, with a focus on Colombian history and modern cultural narratives. Department: Spanish & Portuguese College affiliation: King's College Editorial role: One of the editors of the Journal of Latin American Cultural Studies His research interests include: Modern Latin American culture Nineteenth- and twentieth-century Colombian literature Political violence and memory Transnational cultural studies Environmental humanities in Latin America Representation of national identity Dr O'Bryen's publication history reveals strong trends in: Colombian cultural analysis River studies (particularly the Magdalena River) Postconflict narratives Ecological and infrastructural themes Intercultural literary theory Visual culture and political conflict As an academic supervisor, he has guided doctoral research on diverse topics including: Literature and film of the Cuban Revolution Prison writing in Latin America Latin American literary engagements with Nazism Ecological themes in Latin American art Post-1960s Latin American errancy writing Contemporary Latin American horrorism narratives
Julien Diogo serves as Adjunct Professor at Polytechnic Institute of Viseu's School of Education of Viseu since 2020, teaching Market Analysis, Consumer Behavior, Strategic Communication, and Innovation/Creativity courses. He concurrently holds Visiting Professor positions at ISAG (Higher Institute of Administration and Management) since 2018 for Executive MBA programs and was Professor of Organizational Communication at ISCA-UA (2022-2023). His academic roles extend to Visiting Facilitator positions at Brazil's Personal Branding Academy and ISLA's Postgraduate Program in Innovation. His educational background includes: PhD in Communication Sciences (in progress, 2023-2026) at University of Coimbra Specialization in Teacher and Trainer Training (2022-2023) from Employment and Training Institute of Braga Marketing Specialist title (2019) from Polytechnic Institute of Viseu Master's in Communication and Marketing (2010-2012) from Polytechnic Institute of Viseu (Final Grade: 17/20) Bachelor's in Social Communication (2005-2008) from Polytechnic Institute of Viseu (Grade: 17/20) Diogo's research integrates neuromarketing with consumer behavior analysis, focusing on emotional responses in digital environments, Generation Z consumption patterns, and neuroscience applications in place branding. His work examines how cognitive processes influence purchasing decisions through physiological measurements and behavioral experiments, particularly investigating caffeine's neuropharmacological effects on consumer arousal and shop window design's attentional impact. He bridges theoretical neuroscience with practical marketing strategy development. His publication trajectory reveals increasing focus on digital-emotional consumer interfaces, with recent work analyzing pandemic-era behavior shifts and Gen Z's narrative processing. Key thematic clusters include neuromarketing validation in retail architecture, emotional sustainability in e-marketplaces, and neuroscientific foundations of territorial branding, demonstrating consistent application of cognitive neuroscience to contemporary marketing challenges. Scientific recognition includes: 2008 Academic Merit Award for Best Social Communication Student (Polytechnic Institute of Viseu) 2021 Nomination for Global Teacher Prize Portugal Diogo actively supervises master's research including thesis on territorial brand communication (2024), language informality in digital contexts (2024), and Apple's Lovemarks strategy for Generation Z (2024). He contributes to research projects like INOV C+ Intelligent Innovation Ecosystem (2024-present) and co-orientated neuromarketing studies on advertising reception decoding (2020). His academic service includes peer review for IGI Global and International Journal of Marketing. Through his dual leadership as CCO of ICN Agency (neuromarketing consultancy), co-director of PsicoSoma (publishing/training), and expertMind (LMS platform), Diogo maintains robust industry-academia integration, developing neuromarketing frameworks applied across retail, urban planning, and digital experience design contexts.
François Robinet serves as a Lecturer in Contemporary History at the University of Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines (UVSQ), where he is an elected member of the Council of the Institute of International Cultural Studies. He concurrently directs the Graduate School of Humanities and Heritage Sciences at the University of Paris-Saclay and holds appointments with the Laboratory Center for the Cultural History of Contemporary Societies (CHCSC) and the 22nd section of the CNU. Education: Doctor of History (2012) Robinet's research centers on 20th-21st century cultural and political history, with concentrated expertise in the Rwandan Tutsi Genocide, post-colonial Franco-African memory politics, and media history since 1990. His work critically examines French journalistic coverage of African conflicts, international information manufacturing during wartime, and the cultural history of colonial and post-colonial societies. He employs interdisciplinary approaches bridging media studies, genocide research, and digital humanities to analyze historical narratives and memory construction. His 15 most recent publications (2016-2023) reveal consistent thematic focus on Rwandan genocide documentation, Franco-Rwandan historical accountability, and media's role in shaping political memory. Key trends include digital methodologies for genocide archives, analysis of French state-media interactions during crises, and evolving commemorative practices through digital platforms. The work demonstrates increasing engagement with digital humanities tools while maintaining rigorous historical analysis of colonial legacies. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. Robinet coordinates the international RwandaMAP2020 research network mapping genocide documentation sites and serves as Vice-president of the Association for the Development of Cultural History. He is an active member of the Society for the History of Media (SPHM) and editorial board of Le Temps des Médias , demonstrating significant scholarly leadership beyond traditional academic advising. His institutional presence spans laboratory governance (CHCSC), university administration (UVSQ Board of Directors), and major conference organization including the 2014 Rwanda international conference and 2022 International Communication Association pre-conference on empires in media history.
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