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Andrew DunningView profile

Research Fellow

• Medieval Studies
• Book History
• Digital Humanities
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Dr Andrew Dunning is the R.W. Hunt Curator of Medieval Manuscripts at the Bodleian Library, University of Oxford, and a Hugh Price Fellow at Jesus College. He holds a BA from the University of Ottawa, followed by MA and PhD in Medieval Studies from the University of Toronto. His research focuses on medieval manuscripts, book history, and digital scholarship, with a particular emphasis on Oxford’s manuscript heritage and the cult of Saint Frideswide. He collaborates internationally with institutions like the British Library and Cambridge University Library. Dr Dunning teaches medieval manuscripts and digital methods at the Weston Library, supervises postgraduate students in medieval studies and cultural heritage projects, and chairs the MSt examination in Medieval Studies. He leads digitization initiatives for Jesus College manuscripts via Digital Bodleian and directs the Medieval Libraries of Great Britain dataset. His work bridges traditional scholarship with computational tools, including open-source projects like Citation Style Language and Pandoc. Key roles include: R.W. Hunt Curator at Bodleian Library Hugh Price Fellow at Jesus College Co-supervisor of the AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Award project on medieval chant and religious heritage Research interests span medieval book production, digital manuscript studies, and cultural heritage preservation. Recent projects include the forthcoming monograph Lives and Miracles of Saint Frideswide , funded grants from the British Academy and Zeno Karl Schindler Foundation, and editorial work on medieval Latin texts. His work emphasizes the intersection of material culture and textual transmission. Publications include critical editions of medieval works (e.g., Iohannis Scotti seu Eriugenae Carmina ) and articles on manuscript provenance, digital cataloging, and medieval liturgical practices. He actively contributes to scholarly communities through grants, fellowships, and open-access initiatives.

Benjamin LindquistView profile

Research Fellow

• History of Computing
• History of Science
• Technology Studies
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Benjamin Lindquist is a Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of History at Northwestern University , part of the Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences . He holds a Ph.D. from Princeton University (2023). His research bridges art history and the history of computing, examining how artistic concepts shaped early computer simulations of creativity and intelligence. Education: BFA, School of the Art Institute of Chicago MFA, Yale University School of Art PhD, Princeton University His research interests include the history of computing , history of science and technology , and 20th-century American history . He explores intersections between art, technology, and media through projects like analyzing speech synthesis technologies and visual culture. Affiliations: Science in Human Culture program at Northwestern. No explicit awards listed but actively publishes in top journals like Critical Inquiry . His work often critiques how technical systems reflect cultural values, as seen in his analysis of 19th-century media and religious iconography.

Jonathan StromView profile

Professor

• Church History
• Protestantism
• Pietism
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Jonathan Strom is the Mary Lee Hardin Willard Dean of Candler School of Theology at Emory University and holds the academic rank of Professor of Church History. He has been a faculty member since 1997 and has served in various administrative roles, including acting dean from 2019 to 2021, associate dean, and senior associate dean of faculty and academic affairs. His leadership emphasizes community input, shared governance, and fostering a diverse academic environment. Strom’s educational background includes: PhD in Church History from the University of Chicago (1996) Master of Theological Studies (MTS) from Harvard University (1987) Bachelor of Arts (BA) from St. Olaf College (1984) As a scholar, Strom’s research focuses on Pietism in continental Europe, the history of the Protestant clergy, and the emergence of modern religious practices and piety. He has explored these themes through post-Reformation Germany, authoring or editing five books, including his recent work German Pietism and the Problem of Conversion (2018). His current project examines the history of the common priesthood, reflecting his commitment to understanding evolving religious institutions and practices. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary theological challenges, emphasizing the intersection of faith, tradition, and modernity. No scientific awards or honors are explicitly listed in the provided text. In addition to his scholarly contributions, Strom has been instrumental in securing grants for his research, including support from the Association of Theological Schools and the Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst. His administrative roles have involved advising on academic affairs and expanding student opportunities through study abroad programs and initiatives like Candler’s international initiatives. He is dedicated to supporting faculty scholarship and student success, particularly through accessible financial aid and innovative educational formats. Strom is actively involved in key initiatives such as the Candler Foundry, which offers non-degree courses and certificates to broader audiences, and La Mesa Academy for Theological Studies. These programs reflect his focus on expanding theological education and community engagement.

Ann HeirmanView profile

Professor

• Buddhist studies
• Chinese Buddhism
• Monasticism
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Professor Ann Heirman is a distinguished scholar of Buddhist studies at Ghent University (Belgium), where she serves as Professor of Classical and Buddhist Chinese within the Department of Languages and Cultures at the Faculty of Arts and Philosophy. She currently holds multiple leadership positions including Head of the Department of Languages and Cultures (since 2018), Head of the Examination Commissions of the Faculty of Arts and Philosophy (since 2012), and Head of the Ghent Centre for Buddhist Studies, an international research center focusing on India and China. Previously, she served as program director of Oriental Languages and Cultures from 2006 to 2016. Her research expertise centers on Chinese Buddhist monasticism, particularly the development and transmission of disciplinary rules (vinaya) from India to East Asia. She has published extensively on Buddhist nuns, monastic regulations, and the material culture of Buddhist monasteries, with special attention to bodily practices and purity regulations. Her major publications include Rules for Nuns according to the Dharmaguptakavinaya (2002), The Spread of Buddhism (2007), A Pure Mind in a Clean Body (2012, co-authored with Mathieu Torck), and Buddhist Encounters and Identities Across East Asia (2018). Her most recent work examines Buddhist perspectives on animals, as seen in her 2024 article about oxen in Daoxuan's vinaya commentaries. Her current research portfolio includes numerous projects extending through 2028, focusing on Buddhist initiation rituals, vinaya texts from Dunhuang, Buddhist material culture, and the evolution of Buddhist practices in medieval China. Her scholarly approach combines textual analysis with attention to material culture and historical context, revealing how Buddhist monastic practices were adapted as they traveled across Asia. Professor Heirman has supervised numerous PhD students including Xiaoxiao Xu, Anna Sokolova, Jianhong Zeng, Laura Lettere, Ang Zou, Tzu-Lung Chiu, Claire Maes, and Julia Schneider. Her collaborative work extends across international boundaries, reflecting the transnational nature of Buddhist studies. As head of the Ghent Centre for Buddhist Studies, she leads a vibrant research community dedicated to advancing our understanding of Buddhist traditions across Asia, with particular emphasis on the historical and cultural connections between India and China. Her administrative leadership has strengthened Ghent University's position as a significant center for Buddhist studies in Europe.

Robert N. WatsonView profile

Professor

• Renaissance & Early Modern Studies
• Ecocriticism
• Environmental Humanities
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Robert N. Watson is a Distinguished Professor of English at the University of California, Los Angeles , affiliated with the Department of English within the College of Letters and Science . He has held significant leadership roles including Chair of the Department of English , Chair of the Faculty of the UCLA College of Letters and Science , and Associate Vice-Provost for Educational Innovation . Education : B.A., summa cum laude , Yale University (1975) Ph.D., Highest Honors , Stanford University (1979) Professor Watson’s research focuses on William Shakespeare and Ben Jonson , literature and the environment , cultural evolution , and the U.S. in the 1960s . His work in ecocriticism explores intersections between environmental ethics and early modern literature , while his interdisciplinary research on cultural memeplexes investigates self-replicating cultural systems that parasitize human cognition. His recent publications apply algorithmic analysis to Shakespearean texts, revealing computational patterns in Elizabethan dramatic structure . Scientific Awards : Guggenheim Fellowship NEH Senior Research Fellowship Thomas J. Wilson Prize (1984) Elizabeth Dietz Memorial Prize (2007) ASLE Prize for Ecocriticism (2005-07) UCLA Distinguished Teaching Prize (2001) Gold Shield Prize (2006-08) As a humanities educator , he has created interdisciplinary courses on the 1960s cultural era and served as Head Scholar at the Teaching Shakespeare Summer Institute . His editorial work includes New Mermaids Series editions of Jonson’s plays and the forthcoming Arden edition of Measure for Measure . With publications spanning Shakespearean fear of death to Japanese cinema analysis , he remains a prominent figure in humanistic responses to cultural crises .

• Folklore Studies
• Oral History
• Irish Folklore
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Dr. Kelly Fitzgerald is a Lecturer/Assistant Professor and Head of the School of Irish, Celtic Studies and Folklore at University College Dublin (UCD). She also served as Vice-Principal (International) at UCD from September 2020 to August 2023. Fitzgerald holds a BA and PhD from UCD, focusing on folklore and early Irish studies. Her research emphasizes the intellectual history of Irish folkloristics, archives, and oral history, with notable contributions to journals like Béaloideas . She chairs ANU Productions and directs oral history initiatives, including projects for Dublin’s Tenement Museum and social housing communities. Her teaching spans modules such as Folklore and Folkloristics , Healers and Healing , and Oral Text Interpretation . Fitzgerald has held leadership roles, including Head of Irish Folklore & Ethnology (2019) and Head of School (2021). She contributes to professional activities like committee memberships (e.g., The Royal Society of Antiquaries) and public engagements, including talks on Irish cultural traditions and folklore. Her research outputs include analyses of aging discourse, cultural heritage preservation, and interdisciplinary studies. Fitzgerald’s work bridges academic and public spheres, advocating for inclusive cultural narratives and policy-informed research on aging.

Michael AshtonView profile

Professor

• Personality Psychology
• Social Psychology
• Measurement Theory
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Michael C. Ashton is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Brock University, Canada. He holds a Ph.D. from Western University and specializes in personality psychology, focusing on personality structure, measurement, and their applications to social psychology and evolutionary theory. His research explores traits such as Honesty-Humility, Agreeableness, and the HEXACO model, emphasizing self-report and observer-based assessments. He has authored key texts like Individual Differences and Personality (2018) and co-authored The H Factor of Personality (2012), examining personality correlates of life outcomes, political attitudes, and religious behavior. His work spans cross-cultural studies, integrity testing, and the relationship between personality and pro-social behaviors. Ashton’s research integrates theoretical and empirical approaches, addressing issues like the predictive validity of personality inventories, age-related changes in personality traits, and the role of HEXACO factors in workplace behavior. He has contributed to debates on the structure of personality dimensions, advocating for a six-factor model (HEXACO) over traditional five-factor frameworks. Current interests include birth order effects, prosocial lying, and the interplay between personality and environmental attitudes. His academic outputs include influential papers on personality assessment methodologies, the Dark Triad traits, and the role of personality in predicting academic and professional outcomes. Notable collaborations with Dr. Kibeom Lee have solidified the HEXACO model’s international recognition. Ashton is also involved in graduate supervision, though he is currently not accepting new students.

Tamara HarveyView profile

Associate Professor

• Early American Literature
• Early Modern Women's Writing
• Feminist Theory
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Tamara Harvey is the Chair and Associate Professor of English at George Mason University. Her research and teaching focus on early American literature, early modern women’s writing, and feminist theory. She has authored Figuring Modesty in Feminist Discourse Across the Americas, 1633-1700 and co-edited volumes such as George Washington's South and Confronting Global Gender Justice . Harvey holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of California, Irvine, with certificates in Feminist Studies and Critical Theory. Her current work explores transamerican and transatlantic dimensions of women’s strategies for authority in colonial contexts. Education: A.B., Harvard and Radcliffe Colleges, 1988 M.A., University of Wisconsin–Madison, 1989 Ph.D., University of California–Irvine, 1998 Her research interests emphasize comparative approaches to colonial women’s writings, feminist functionalism, and the intersection of gender with empire and commodity culture. She has guest-edited a Legacy journal issue on women in early America and contributed to interdisciplinary projects linking historical studies with contemporary gender justice. Teaching highlights include courses on women warriors, feminist theory, and early American literature. She advises graduate students such as Dareen Abdulmohsen, whose work examines Saudi Arabian working women. Harvey’s office is in Horizon Hall 4153, and she uses she/her/hers pronouns.

Sara VanderHaagenView profile

Associate Professor

• Rhetorical Theory and Criticism
• Public Memory
• African American Rhetoric
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Sara VanderHaagen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM). Her work focuses on how public rhetoric shapes narratives of the past, particularly through lenses of race, gender, and age. She holds a PhD in Communication Studies from Northwestern University, alongside MA and BA degrees from Northwestern and Calvin College, respectively. Her research explores African American rhetoric, public discourse on race and gender, and rhetorical theory. Key projects include analyzing 19th-century women’s oratory at the 1893 World’s Fair, children’s biographies of African American women, and the rhetoric of public memorials like the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial. She also critiques how cultural memory is constructed through texts like historical fiction and children’s literature. VanderHaagen’s publications span journals such as Quarterly Journal of Speech , Women’s Studies in Communication , and Criticism . Her book Children’s Biographies of African American Women (2018) examines how these narratives shape agency and identity. She frequently reviews works on memory, rhetoric, and race, contributing to scholarly debates on cultural representation. No scientific awards are listed in the provided text. Her advising and grant activities are not detailed here, though her academic profile suggests involvement in interdisciplinary projects related to history, rhetoric, and education. She is affiliated with UWM’s Communication Department and may collaborate with research centers focused on race, gender, and public memory.

Agnes Juhasz-OrmsbyView profile

Associate Professor

• Early Modern English Literature
• Book History and Print Culture
• Neo-Latin Literature
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Agnes Juhasz-Ormsby is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Memorial University of Newfoundland, specializing in Early Modern English Literature, Book History and Print Culture, and Neo-Latin Literature. She holds a PhD in English from Eötvös Loránd University (Budapest), an MA in Medieval Studies from Central European University (Budapest), and a BA Hons. in English and Classics from Eötvös Loránd University. Education: PhD, English (Eötvös Loránd); MA, Medieval Studies (CEU); BA Hons., BEd (Eötvös Loránd). Her research focuses on Early Modern English literature, particularly Tudor-era poetry and drama, the history of books and printing, and Neo-Latin works in Renaissance Europe. She has extensively studied the impact of humanist education and classical reception in early modern curricula, including the works of Leonard Cox, Nicholas Udall, and John Palsgrave. Agnes has published numerous articles and edited collections on topics such as translations of classical drama, Tudor educational reforms, and the influence of Erasmus in England. Her recent projects include editing the collected works of William Lily and Leonard Cox. She regularly teaches courses on medieval books, Renaissance literature, and book history. She co-organized the Newfoundland and Labrador Book History Symposium (2016) and the international bilingual conference on early modern stage translations (2015). Her current research explores humanist networks in pre-Reformation Central Europe and the evolution of authorship in early modern publishing.

Ann LucasView profile

Associate Professor

• Ethnomusicology
• Persian Music Traditions
• Arabic-speaking Near East Music
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Ann Lucas is an Associate Professor in the Music Department at Boston College. She specializes in ethnomusicology with a focus on Persian and Arabic-speaking Near East music traditions, the history of music in Iran, and the relationship between cultural upheaval and musical change. Her research also explores music and mysticism in Islamic contexts. Education: B.M., Kansas State University M.A., University of California Los Angeles Ph.D., University of California Los Angeles Research interests include the intersection of cultural shifts and musical evolution, particularly in Iran and the broader Near East. She is currently conducting ethnographic fieldwork on Arab music and dance, examining connections between musical expression and bodily movement. Her work has been published in journals like Asian Music Journal and The Middle East Studies Bulletin , with a focus on historical ethnomusicology and gender studies. She directs the Middle East Astaza! Music Ensemble, which maintains active Soundcloud and YouTube channels showcasing ensemble performances. No formal grants or advising records are listed in the provided text.

Timothy PettipieceView profile

Associate Professor

• Classics and Religion
• Gnostic and Manichaean Studies
• Late Antiquity
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Timothy Pettipiece is an Associate Professor in the Department of Religion at Carleton University, part of the College of Humanities. He holds an Hon. BA in Classical Languages from the University of Guelph (2000), an MA in Religion and Culture from Wilfrid Laurier University (2002), and a PhD in Religious Studies from Université Laval (2006). His research focuses on interdisciplinary approaches to religious cultures of Late Antiquity, particularly Gnostic and Manichaean studies, and the reception of ancient religious ideas in modern media. His teaching interests include Classics and Religion, with a specialization in Manichaean literature and the intersection of late ancient religious texts with contemporary cultural narratives. Key research areas are Coptic Manichaean homilies, Syriac Christianities in Mesopotamia, and gender roles in early religious communities. Dr. Pettipiece’s publications emphasize textual analysis of apocryphal traditions, redaction criticism in Manichaean and early Christian texts, and comparative religious studies. Recent work explores intersections between Manichaean theology and global religious movements, as well as modern reinterpretations of ancient mythologies in popular culture. He currently serves as an academic leader in Carleton’s Religion program, contributing to both undergraduate and graduate curriculum development. His office is located in 2A51 Paterson Hall, and he maintains active engagement with international scholarly networks through conferences and collaborative research projects.

John SlaterView profile

Professor

• Early Modern Hispanic Literatures
• History of Science
• History of Medicine
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John Slater is a Professor in the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures at Colorado State University, specializing in Early Modern Hispanic Literatures, History of Science, and History of Medicine. His research focuses on knowledge production in 17th-century Spain, particularly how literature disseminated ideas about health and healing. He examines print genres like sermons and drama as vehicles for scientific and medical discourse, highlighting conflicts between religious and medical practices. Slater joined CSU in 2020 after roles at UC Davis, University of Colorado, and Indiana University. He holds a PhD from Brandeis University and a BA from Earlham College. His research explores Jesuit and Franciscan healing practices, their impact on medical reforms, and intersections between literature and science. Awards include the 2023 Interdisciplinary Scholarship Award and 2025 Excellence in Teaching Award (CLA). Key publications analyze alchemy in sermons, venereal disease in Baroque Spain, and transatlantic medicinal plant trade. His edited works include studies on Cervantes and medical drama. Slater’s pedagogical contributions include annotated editions of works by Lope de Vega, Juana Inés de la Cruz, and María de Zayas. He has been honored for innovative mentorship models and career advising. His interdisciplinary approach bridges literary analysis with historical, scientific, and cultural studies, emphasizing early modern Spain’s intellectual networks and global exchanges.

Brendan KaneView profile

Professor

• Early Modern British History
• Early Modern Irish Studies
• Reformation
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Brendan Kane is a Professor in the Department of History at the University of Connecticut, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from Princeton University and specializes in early modern British and Irish history, with a focus on the Reformation and the early modern Atlantic World. His research explores Gaelic political thought, the legitimacy of power in Ireland, gender and politics, and the revival of Early Modern Irish language studies through digital humanities initiatives like Léamh.org. Education: B.A. in History, University of Rochester M.Phil in Irish Studies, National University of Ireland, Galway Ph.D., Princeton University Affiliations: Vice-President/President-elect, Celtic Studies Association of North America Elected Council Member, North American Conference on British Studies Co-director of Léamh.org (digital humanities project) Associated with UConn Human Rights Institute and Humility & Conviction in Public Life His work bridges historical analysis with modern digital tools, emphasizing marginalized languages and cultures. Recent research trends include analyzing how Gaelic perspectives interacted with British colonial frameworks, the role of honor in aristocratic politics, and gendered interpretations of early modern texts. His 2010 award-winning article on Geoffrey Keating’s work highlights his expertise in bridging literary and religious traditions. Grants and advising are central to his contributions: he has directed major digital projects and advised initiatives like the Dodd Research Center. His involvement with Léamh.org reflects a commitment to accessibility in historical scholarship, particularly for underrepresented languages. Current projects focus on early modern Atlantic World connections and the digital preservation of Gaelic texts.

S. Matthew BibermanView profile

Professor

• Early Modern English Literature
• Shakespeare Studies
• Psychoanalysis in Literature
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S. Matthew Biberman is a Professor of English and Director of the Louisville Conference on Literature and Culture Since 1900 at the University of Louisville. He holds a Ph.D. in English Literature from Duke University and an M.A. in Creative Writing from New York University. His research focuses on Early Modern English Literature, Shakespeare adaptations, psychoanalysis, gender studies, anti-Semitism, and Jewish American Literature. He also teaches creative nonfiction and serves on the Board of Directors of the Savage Rose Theatre Company. Key works include Shakespeare, Adaptation, Psychoanalysis: Better than New (2017), analyzing cultural shifts through Shakespeare adaptations, and the memoir Big Sid’s Vincati (2009), which explores family history and motorcycle culture. His scholarly contributions, such as Masculinity, Anti-Semitism and Early Modern English Literature (2004/2016), examine intersections of gender and religion in Renaissance texts. He co-edited Shakespeare After 9/11 (2011), a seminal work on post-9/11 literary responses. Awards: Phi Beta Kappa Member Teaching: Renaissance literature, creative writing, literary theory, Jewish American literature His publications span academic and creative genres, reflecting a commitment to interdisciplinary scholarship and public engagement. Recent works highlight evolving cultural perceptions of Shakespearean psychology and the role of adaptation in shaping modern humanist thought.