Katherine McGarryView profile
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Katherine McGarry is a faculty member at University College Cork (UCC), Ireland, affiliated with the School of History, where she serves as the Director of European Studies. She has been teaching in the European Studies and Politics programmes since 2004 and previously held the position of Assistant Lecturer (part-time) from 1998 to 1999. Her academic journey includes doctoral research at the European University Institute, Florence, under Prof. Stefano Bartolini. Education: M.A. in European Studies (First Class Honours), University College Cork B.A. in European Studies, French & Spanish (Joint Honours, First Class), University College Cork Certificate in European Studies, Université de la Sorbonne Nouvelle, Paris III Certificate in French, Université de la Sorbonne, Paris IV VEC Course in Psychology, Cork College of Commerce CSM Musicianship Qualification in Piano & Theory of Music, Cork School of Music Her research interests are centered on comparative European politics, Mediterranean politics, party systems, and the processes of Europeanisation and European integration since 1945. A primary focus of her work is Euroscepticism and the politicisation of European integration, particularly in France, Spain, Denmark, and Ireland. Although no recent publications are listed, her academic engagement is evident through extensive conference participation, guest lectures, and outreach activities related to EU institutions and citizenship. Scientific Awards and Honors: The Irish SPS Scholarship (1999) British Chevening Scholarship (1999) College of Europe Scholarship (1995) University College Cork College Scholar (1994) She has supervised several postgraduate students, including Brian John Madden, Michael Benhamou, and James O'Brien, on topics ranging from EU citizenship to far-right party dynamics. Her professional service includes organizing ambassadorial visits, representing UCC at honorary degree ceremonies for EU leaders, and contributing to outreach initiatives such as the Model European Union Strasbourg. She is also active in curriculum development and student engagement through Open Days and secondary school outreach programs.
