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Judith Grant LongView profile

Associate Professor

• Sports Economics
• Urban Planning
• Public-Private Partnerships
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Dr. Judith Grant Long is an Associate Professor of Urban and Regional Planning and Sport Management at the University of Michigan with a joint appointment. She holds a PhD in Urban Planning from Harvard University, where she previously directed the Urban Planning Program. Her research focuses on strategic investments in sport venues and tourism infrastructure, examining public-private partnerships, mega-event legacies, and host city outcomes. Dr. Long's work spans Olympic Games infrastructure, NFL stadium development, and sport district planning. She is a certified city planner with over 20 years of academic and industry experience, including board roles at Juego de Pelota and Coliseum. Her research has been funded by the National Science Foundation and HUD. Dr. Long teaches courses on sport real estate development and Olympic infrastructure planning, mentoring students through collaborative projects. Education: PhD in Urban Planning (Harvard University, minor in Economics) MDes in Real Estate Development (Harvard Graduate School of Design) Undergraduate degrees in Economics and Urban Planning Research Interests: Dr. Long bridges sport management and urban planning to address challenges in venue financing, post-event infrastructure utilization, and urban development through sport-driven initiatives. She emphasizes cost-effectiveness and long-term success for host cities, leveraging data from over 120 major league venues and Olympic projects. Grants & Awards: Funded by NSF, HUD, and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and BBC Radio. Student Collaboration: Leads teams of researchers investigating Olympic venues, sport districts, and former major league facilities. Current and former students include Sarah Perrigo (MURP '22), Stephanie Gerretson (PhD '20), and Robert Sroka (PhD '21).

Arlie AdkinsView profile

Associate Professor

• Transportation Equity
• Affordable Housing
• Health Disparities
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Arlie Adkins serves as Associate Professor with dual appointments in the School of Landscape Architecture and Planning at the University of Arizona's College of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture (CAPLA) and the Health Promotion Sciences Department within the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health. He holds the position of Program Chair for the Master of Science in Urban Planning program and teaches transportation planning, planning theory, and capstone studios. Dr. Adkins earned his PhD in Urban Planning from Portland State University and Master's in City Planning from UC Berkeley. Prior to academia, he worked as a planner at TriMet (Portland's transit agency) and for carsharing pioneer Flexcar. His research program investigates transportation equity through three interconnected lenses: systemic health and safety disparities in urban transportation, socioeconomic applicability of walkability metrics, and affordable housing's role in enabling access to opportunity-rich neighborhoods. He emphasizes sociocultural contexts in built environment assessments, particularly focusing on Mexican American communities and refugee populations. His work integrates critical race theory to expose racial biases in transportation systems, as demonstrated by his nationally covered research on driver yielding behavior at crosswalks. Recent publications reveal a methodological shift toward qualitative assessment tools like the Qualitative Pedestrian Environments Data (QPED) Toolkit, addressing limitations of quantitative metrics in capturing social dimensions of walkability. His scholarship increasingly centers refugee mobility and Global South urbanism, reflecting expansion into transnational equity frameworks while maintaining core focus on transportation-housing-health intersections. Dr. Adkins has secured major funding from the Federal Highway Administration, National Institute for Transportation and Communities, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. He co-led the CDC-funded Physical Activity Policy Research Network (PAPRN+) collaborating center and directs the QPED initiative, which has trained practitioners through workshops including the 2019 Transportation and Communities Summit in Portland. His leadership extends to program development, evidenced by the MS Urban Planning program's #5 national ranking among public programs without PhDs by Planetizen (2023) and the UA Urban Planning Capstone's award for best graduate project from the Arizona APA chapter. He actively mentors students through capstone projects focused on transportation equity and housing justice.

Lynn HeldingView profile

Professor

• Voice Pedagogy
• Vocology
• Cognitive Science
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Lynn Helding serves as Professor of Practice in Voice and Vocal Pedagogy at the University of Southern California's Thornton School of Music, where she also coordinates the Vocology & Voice Pedagogy program. She is a distinguished author, most notably of The Musician's Mind: Teaching, Learning and Performance in the Age of Brain Science , and was appointed Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Singing in 2023. With decades of experience as both a performer and pedagogue, Helding bridges the gap between voice science and artistic practice, advocating for cognitive science as the "Third Pillar of Voice Science" alongside physiology and acoustics. Helding's educational background includes: Master's Degree in Vocal Pedagogy with Distinction from Westminster Choir College of Rider University (2005) Artist Diploma from Indiana University (1988), where she was the first singer ever accepted into this prestigious program Completion of the Summer Vocology Institute at the National Center for Voice and Speech Helding's research focuses on the application of cognitive science to voice pedagogy, with particular emphasis on motor learning theory and expertise studies from social psychology. She pioneered the concept of cognitive science as the "Third Pillar of Voice Science," arguing that understanding the brain's role is essential for effective voice teaching. Her work challenges traditional approaches by emphasizing the "how" of teaching over the "what," advocating for science-informed (rather than science-based) pedagogy that respects both scientific findings and artistic tradition. Helding's research has significant implications for addressing performance anxiety, optimizing practice methods, and developing more effective teaching strategies that account for how musicians actually learn. Her scholarly contributions demonstrate a consistent focus on bridging cognitive science with practical voice teaching. Rather than treating voice science as purely technical knowledge, Helding examines how this information can be effectively communicated to students, recognizing that the delivery method is as important as the content itself. This approach has led to innovative frameworks for evidence-based voice pedagogy that consider both physiological realities and cognitive processing limitations. Helding's significant recognition includes: Lifetime Achievement Award from the Contemporary Commercial Music (CCM) Vocal Pedagogy Institute at Shenandoah University (2020) Van L. Lawrence Fellowship, jointly awarded by the Voice Foundation and the National Association of Teachers of Singing Foundation (2005) Induction into the prestigious American Academy of Teachers of Singing (2022) Recognition as a "legendary figure in the field of voice pedagogy" As an educator, Helding maintains a thriving studio with private clients including members of the Los Angeles Opera and Los Angeles Master Chorale. Her USC Thornton voice students have earned fellowships to prestigious programs including the Aspen and Tanglewood Music Festivals. She has presented masterclasses described as "life-altering" at major voice conferences throughout the United States, Europe, and Australia. Helding previously served twenty-two years as Associate Professor of Voice and Director of Performance Studies at Dickinson College, and four years as voice faculty at Vanderbilt University's Blair School of Music. Helding is actively involved with the USC Voice Center at Keck Medicine of USC as a team member, where she applies her vocology expertise to help singers with functional vocal issues and those recovering from voice surgery. She is a co-founder of the NATS Science-Informed Voice Pedagogy Institute and frequently collaborates with voice scientists and medical professionals to advance the field of vocology.

Teresa StoppaniView profile

Professor

• Architecture Theory
• Urban Design
• Spatial Practices
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Professor Teresa Stoppani is a renowned architectural theorist and academic, currently serving as Professor of Architecture and Director of Architecture and Interior Design at Norwich University of the Arts. She holds a PhD in Architecture and Urban Design from the University of Florence and has taught at institutions including the IUAV University of Venice, University of Greenwich, Architectural Association (London), and Leeds Beckett University, where she previously served as Head of the School of Architecture. Her research explores the intersection of architecture theory and design practice, with a focus on urban paradigms, materiality, and responses to disaster. Notable works include *Paradigm Islands: Manhattan and Venice* (2010) and *Unorthodox Ways to Think the City* (2019). She leads the international research collective ThisThingCalledTheory and serves as executive editor of the AHRA journal *Architecture and Culture*. Recent academic activities include keynote addresses at the 2024 Australasian Society for Continental Philosophy conference and the *Borders as Both Site and Method* conference at the University of Melbourne. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges philosophy, urban studies, and critical theory, with contributions to exhibitions and editorial roles in major architectural publications. Professor Stoppani’s teaching spans design studio and architectural history/theory, emphasizing critical pedagogy and the sociopolitical dimensions of architectural practice. She actively supervises PhD candidates at institutions such as the Architectural Association and the University of York.

Sinéad C. Mac NamaraView profile

Associate Professor

• Collaborative Practice in Architecture and Engineering
• Structural Engineering Education
• Innovation in Structural Design
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Sinéad C. Mac Namara is an Associate Professor in the School of Architecture and the College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) at Syracuse University. Her work bridges structural engineering and architecture, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative pedagogy. She holds a PhD from Princeton University and degrees from Trinity College, University of Dublin. Education: MSE and PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Princeton University BA and BAI in Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering, Trinity College, University of Dublin Research & Interests: Focuses on collaborative practice between architects and engineers, structural art, shell structures, and community-engaged design. Notable projects include the Play Perch design-build initiative and the Park Studio community project. Her book Collaborations in Architecture and Engineering (Routledge, 2014) explores interdisciplinary educational strategies. Grants & Awards: NSF Innovations in Engineering Education (PI, $400k, 2009-2013) Chancellors Award for Public Engagement (2013, 2014) ACSA Design Build Educator Award (2014) Princeton E-council Teaching Excellence (2005) Service & Leadership: Roles include President Elect of BTES, ASEE Division Chair, and SU Senate Committee on Budget and Fiscal Affairs. She mentors the Freedom By Design student group and advises projects like Runway and Digital Soapbox. Labs & Teams: Engages in design-build initiatives, community projects, and international collaborations, including study abroad programs in Mexico City and Ethiopia.

Tania PrillView profile

Professor

• Typography
• Editorial Design
• Self-Publishing
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Prof. Tania Prill is a renowned Professor of Typography at the University of the Arts Bremen (HfK), where she leads the Archive of Independent Publishing (AIP). She holds a dual academic and professional background, having taught globally since 1997. Previously, she was Professor of Communication Design at the HfG Karlsruhe (2004–2010) and co-founded the design studio Prill Vieceli Cremers (2001–2018). Her research focuses on editorial design, self-publishing, and the historical role of typography in social movements. She curates the AIP, an archive of underground publications from 1965–1975, and has authored/co-authored seminal works like Under the Radar and Money . Her awards include the Tokyo Type Directors Club Grand Prix and multiple Most Beautiful Swiss Books honors. Education: Studied Visual Communication at HfK Bremen and ZHdK Zurich; Executive Master in Design | Art + Innovation at HGK Basel. Research emphasizes design’s political and cultural dimensions, including projects like Wir publizieren (exploring independent publishing networks) and managing the estate of typographer Hans-Rudolf Lutz. Her teaching includes the School of Visual Combinations master’s program and courses on typography and editorial design. Awards span graphic design, typography, and publishing, reflecting her impactful contributions to both academia and professional practice.

Cynthia Citlallin DelgadoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Performance Studies
• Queer and Trans Studies
• Feminist Theory
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Cynthia Citlallin Delgado is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Women and Gender Studies at Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, Pace University, New York City. Her interdisciplinary scholarship intersects performance studies, queer and trans studies, feminist theory, and Latin/x American studies, with a focus on the spatial and aesthetic dimensions of political resistance. Education: PhD in Performance Studies, New York University, 2022 MS in Gender Studies, London School of Economics and Political Science, 2015 BA in Studio Art / Economics, Mount Holyoke College, 2009 Her research explores the interstitial spaces of transfeminist performance, particularly in urban contexts like Mexico City. She examines how performance art and activist practices challenge normative spatial and gendered boundaries. Her work engages with critical theory, visual cultures, and the politics of aesthetics, often through a decolonial and queer lens. Her recent publications span journals such as TSQ , Gender, Place & Culture , and Women & Performance . These works reveal a consistent focus on trans performance, feminist pedagogy, and the politics of space—often blending creative and scholarly forms. Her book project, Staging the Interstice: The Space of Transfeminist Performance , develops a queer theory of space through artistic and activist interventions. Scientific Awards: Monroe Lippman Memorial Prize for Distinguished Doctoral Dissertation, NYU, 2022 Dean's Dissertation Fellow, NYU Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, 2021 Delgado has taught courses including Gender, Race and Class , Queer Theory , and Research Methods . While no formal advisees are listed, her engagement with pedagogy and mentorship is evident in her scholarly focus on trans*pedagogy and feminist teaching practices. She has not mentioned grants in the provided text, but her fellowships indicate institutional support for her research. Her work is grounded in collaborative, community-engaged, and interdisciplinary methodologies. Though no lab or formal research team is mentioned, her creative and scholarly work suggests deep collaboration with artists, activists, and collectives in Mexico City and beyond. Her future work is likely to expand on the spatial, aesthetic, and political dimensions of transfeminist resistance.

Helen WheatleyView profile

Professor

• British Television History
• Television Historiography
• Television Drama
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Professor Helen Wheatley is Professor of Film and Television Studies at the University of Warwick, co-founder of the Centre for Television Histories, and Academic Director of the Warwick Institute for Engagement. Her work bridges academic research and public engagement with British broadcasting archives, earning multiple university awards for community impact. Educational background: BA in American and English Literature, University of East Anglia MA in Film and Television Studies, University of Warwick PhD in Film and Television Studies, University of Warwick Wheatley's research centers on British television history and historiography , with expertise in Gothic television, landscape programming, death representations, and travelling communities. Her work examines how television constructs visual pleasure through bodies, landscapes, and action, while interrogating archival practices and audience memories. Publication trends reveal an evolution from genre studies (Gothic television, color broadcasting) toward mortality and memory, culminating in her 2024 monograph Television/Death . Recent work increasingly intersects television studies with trauma theory, feminist historiography, and material culture studies. Major recognitions: BAFTSS Monograph of the Year (2017) for Spectacular Television BAFTSS Article of the Year (2021) for "Haunted Television" Two University of Warwick Impact/Community Engagement Prizes 2012 Arts Impact Award for Pop-Up TV Pop Shop Warwick Community Contribution Award for The Story of Children's Television exhibition Wheatley supervises PhD projects on television history despite current administrative teaching exemptions. She secured significant funding including AHRC support for "A History of Television for Women in Britain" (2010-2014) and AHRB postdoctoral work at Reading (2003-2005), demonstrating sustained research leadership. She co-founded the Centre for Television Histories and collaborates with institutions like the Herbert Art Gallery on touring exhibitions. Wheatley also shapes the field through editorial roles at Screen , Critical Studies in Television , Intensities , and Revenant .

Donald C. GuthrieView profile

Professor

• Teaching and Learning
• Systems Theory in Leadership
• Cross-Cultural Teaching
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Donald C. Guthrie serves as Professor of Educational Ministries at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS), part of Trinity International University. He holds the Jeanette L. Hsieh Chair of Educational Leadership and directs the PhD in Educational Studies program while serving as Executive Director of CFTC. His academic credentials include a BA from Grove City College, MDiv from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, MA from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and EdD from the University of Georgia. Dr. Guthrie's research spans teaching and learning methodologies , systems theory applications in ministry leadership , cross-cultural educational dynamics , and power negotiation in religious contexts . His work uniquely integrates artistic expression and resilience frameworks with theological education, emphasizing intergenerational engagement and vocational formation within faith communities. His publications reveal a consistent focus on practical ministry challenges, with recent works analyzing power structures in church leadership and innovative pedagogical approaches for faith-based education. The trajectory shows deepening exploration of how beauty, creativity, and systemic thinking transform educational ministry. As PhD program director, he mentors doctoral candidates in educational leadership while leading CFTC's faculty development initiatives. His thirty-year church service includes elder leadership, teacher training, and community outreach across multiple congregations. Personal engagement includes collaborative artistic practice at Door County's Art Farm Studio, specializing in fused glass, and hosting international academic gatherings at his Fort Sheridan nature preserve residence.

• Coastal Development
• Coastal Zone Management
• Architecture
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Dr. Ted Cavanagh is a Professor at Dalhousie University's Faculty of Architecture and Planning, affiliated with the Marine Affairs Program, School of Architecture, and School of Planning. He holds a PhD from Lehigh University, along with BSc and BArch degrees. His interdisciplinary research bridges architecture, community design, and material culture, focusing on coastal development, integrated resource management, and spatial planning. Ted has collaborated with ocean managers, scientists, and communities to address coastal challenges, supported by grants from institutions like SSHRC and Fisheries and Oceans Canada. With an award-winning architectural practice in Vancouver, Ted has chaired professional accreditation programs in North America and contributed to journals like Journal of Architectural Education . Notably, he and his students won Canada's best building award in 2005 for a community-based children's theatre in Cheticamp, recognized as a Masterworks Award winner. His work appears in over 20 publications, including books, journals, and media. Awards: American Architectural Foundation Award, Royal Architectural Institute of Canada Award, Winterthur Institute Research Fellowship. Grants: SSHRC, Canada Council, Fisheries and Oceans Canada. Ted's teaching spans 30 universities, emphasizing design/build pedagogy and collaborative practice. His Coastal Studio projects, documented in dalcoastalstudio.blogspot.com , exemplify community-engaged design. He advocates for sustainable and culturally responsive architecture, merging historical insights with modern challenges.

Max SchleserView profile

Associate Professor

• Immersive Media
• Cinematic VR
• Interactive Filmmaking
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Max Schleser is Associate Professor in Film and Television at Swinburne University of Technology, where he also conducts research with the Centre for Transformative Media Technologies (CTMT). He is an Adobe Creative Educator Innovator, Founder of the Mobile Innovation Network & Association (MINA), and Screening Director of the International Mobile Innovation Screening & Festival. His work spans academic, artistic, and community domains, with a focus on innovative screen practices. Max holds a PhD in Creative Arts from the University of Westminster, an MA in Art and Media Practice with Distinction, and a BA Hons. His research centers on immersive media, documentary film, and creative arts 4.0, particularly cinematic VR and interactive filmmaking. He investigates screen production, emerging media, and smartphone filmmaking as tools for community engagement, creative transformation, and transmedia storytelling. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward integrating Generative AI into documentary and city film genres, exploring the 'AI eye' and computational non-fiction. He also investigates novel immersive production methods in VR, HyFlex pedagogies in film education, and collaborative mobile storytelling through workshops. His work consistently bridges creative practice with theoretical inquiry. Best Cinematography, International Cell Phone Cinema - Cannes (2025) Best Mobile Film, Nitiin International Film Festival (2024) Dean's Award for Teaching and Research, Swinburne University (2023) International Visiting Research Scholar, Auckland University of Technology (2024) Early Career Award - Research, Massey University (2012) Max leads multiple research grants focused on health storytelling, intergenerational connection, AI in screen industries, and sustainability education. He supervises creative projects and has conducted digital storytelling workshops for cultural institutes and government bodies worldwide. As founder of MINA and director of major festivals, he leads international networks in mobile media innovation. He also serves on the editorial board of the Media Practice and Education journal and has co-edited several key volumes on mobile media and storytelling.

AnnMarie BrennanView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Architectural Utopian Studies
• Design Theory
• Media Studies
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AnnMarie Brennan is a Senior Lecturer in Design Theory at the Melbourne School of Design, University of Melbourne. Her academic roles include teaching architectural theory and studio design. Her research focuses on the history and theory of 20th- and 21st-century design and architecture, with special interests in architectural utopian studies, political economy of design, media studies, and material culture. She holds degrees from Catholic University of America (B.A. 1993, B.Arch 1994), Yale University (M.E.D. 2001), and Princeton University (M.A. 2003, Ph.D. 2011). Currently, she is transforming her doctoral work on Olivetti's industrial utopia into a book manuscript. Education background includes: Bachelor of Arts and Architecture at Catholic University of America Masters of Environmental Design from Yale University Master of Arts and Doctorate from Princeton University Her research directions emphasize architectural and urban histories, with interdisciplinary projects spanning media studies, labor history, and design pedagogy. Key contributions include co-editing Cold War Hothouses: Inventing Postwar Culture and organizing exhibitions such as Anna Castelli Ferrieri, Architecture and Design . She has taught at Yale, Princeton, and Pratt Institute, and is affiliated with the Australian Centre for Architectural History, Urban and Cultural Heritage (ACAHUCH). Her exhibitions and publications highlight intersections between design, technology, and cultural critique. Notable works explore postmodern architecture, Italian design, and media's role in shaping architectural discourse.

Thembi MasonView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Learning and Teaching
• Active Learning
• Student Agency
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Thembi Mason is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education at RMIT University, Australia. Her roles include Associate Dean (Education), Senior Advisor in Learning and Teaching, and Program Manager. She specializes in leadership for learning and teaching, digital technologies, and next-generation learning spaces. Her work emphasizes active learning, student agency, and innovative pedagogies. Education Experience: Secondary schools Adult education Vocational education Higher education Research Interests: Focuses on learning and teaching leadership, active learning, online learning strategies, educational technologies, and curriculum design. Her work addresses challenges in contemporary educational systems and promotes student-centered approaches. Research Themes: Her publications explore Associate Deans' roles, leadership in creative arts education, and professional development in next-generation learning spaces. Recent work includes analysis of virtual teaching models and post-COVID teacher training. Advising & Grants: Open to supervising Masters/PhD students in projects like remote teaching during lockdowns and post-pandemic professional learning. Active in national projects on academic development and technology-enabled learning. Labs/Teams: Collaborates through networks like createED to strengthen learning leadership in creative arts institutions.

Darius WhelanView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Mental Health Law
• Electronic Legal Resources
• E Law
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Darius Whelan is a Senior Lecturer in Law at University College Cork (UCC), where he serves as Director of the LLB programme. He holds a BCL from University College Dublin, an LL.M. in 'The Comparative Method and Law Reform', and a Ph.D. in 'Criminal Procedure and Mental Health' from Trinity College Dublin. His academic career spans over three decades, with roles at UCC since 1997, including Senior Lecturer since 2013. His research focuses on Mental Health Law, Employment Law, and Internet Regulation. Notable works include Mental Health Law and Practice: Civil and Criminal Aspects (2009) and contributions to the Mental Health Act, 2001 Toolkit (2022). He co-founded UCC's IT Law Clinic and is President of the Irish Mental Health Lawyers Association. Key grants include the Irish Research Council-funded 'Improving Human Rights for People with Mental Health Difficulties' (2021–2022) and a 2002 project on Employment Equality Law. Awards include Supreme Court citations for his research and UCC's President's Award for Innovative Teaching. Whelan has advised on mental health law reforms, participated in over 40 conferences, and collaborated with international organizations like Creative Commons. His teaching interests extend to Cybercrime, Copyright Law, and Digital Learning. He supervises Ph.D. students in areas like AI and Law, Employment Law in the Digital Age, and Human Rights in Mental Health. Labs/Teams: Director of UCC's IT Law Clinic; Board member of Sample Studios; Member of Creative Commons Ireland.

• Printmaking
• Lithography
• Art Education
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Prof. Paweł Frąckiewicz is a Professor at the Academy of Art and Design in Wrocław (ASP Wrocław), serving as Chairperson of the Election Committee of the Faculty of Graphics and Media Art (2020-2024). He holds a position in the Department of Printmaking, specifically in the Studio of Lithography and Printmaking Promotion. His academic career includes teaching courses such as Printmaking and Fundamentals of Printmaking. Education: Graduated from the State Higher School of Visual Arts in Wrocław (now ASP Wrocław) in 1982. His artistic philosophy focuses on nature-inspired imagery, emphasizing individualized approaches to each creative situation. He avoids traditional synthesis/analysis methods, favoring variant-based processes that condense matter into 'boiling' states. Contours serve as sketches, with each work acting as a study for future pieces. Research Interests : Lithography techniques, printmaking innovation, contemporary art expression, material studies, and the intersection of nature and artistic form. Awards: Notable recognitions include the 2019/2020 Honorary Distinction in LITHO-Kielce, a 2005 Mayor of Pilsen Award, and a 1989-1990 U.S. State Department Scholarship at the Tamarind Institute. Exhibitions and Conferences: Active in international exhibitions (e.g., individual shows in Wrocław, Nuremberg, and collective shows in China, Korea, India, and Portugal) and conferences (e.g., Impact 5 in Tallinn, Tidaholm Lithographic Symposium).