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Eni BuljubasicView profile

Academic

• Critical Heritage Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Discourse Analysis
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Eni Buljubasic is a PhD candidate and Research & Teaching Assistant at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Split, Croatia. Her academic work bridges cultural studies, critical heritage, discourse analysis, and multimodal stylistics, with a focus on identity politics in Croatian popular music and heritage discourse. University: University of Split School: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Role: PhD Candidate, Research & Teaching Assistant Her research centers on the transformation of traditional Dalmatian klapa singing into neoklapa, analyzing how heritage processes, nostalgia, and Mediterranean identity are rhetorically and visually constructed in music and media. She investigates themes of regional identity, authenticity, and national branding, often through feminist and poststructuralist lenses. Her methodological approach combines critical discourse analysis, multimodal stylistics, and semiotic interpretation. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent engagement with identity formation, cultural heritage, and stylistic analysis. Key trends include the Mediterranean repositioning of Croatian identity, interdiscursivity of nostalgia and heritage , and visual rhetoric in music videos . Her work spans journal articles, book chapters, and conference presentations, demonstrating interdisciplinary reach across literary theory, sociology, ethnomusicology, and linguistics. Notable scientific contributions include co-authoring a chapter in Politics of Scale (Berghahn, 2019) and organizing the 2018 conference Sea Change: Wavescapes in the Anthropocene . While no formal awards are listed, her active participation in international academic forums and publications in peer-reviewed venues underscores her scholarly impact. She has contributed to teaching Croatian as a second language and explored the role of literature and digital tools in language education. Her advising and grant history are not specified, but her role as a teaching assistant suggests involvement in curriculum development and student mentorship. She has also analyzed diasporic media such as Male novine in Chile, highlighting transnational cultural dynamics. Eni Buljubasic is associated with research groups and networks in critical heritage studies and Mediterranean cultural studies, often collaborating with scholars like Tuuli Lähdesmäki and engaging with key theorists such as Michael Herzfeld and Marianne Hirsch. Her work contributes to broader conversations on how cultural forms mediate identity in post-Yugoslav and global contexts.

Wei SunView profile

Professor

• Intercultural Communication
• Health Communication
• New Media Studies
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Dr. Wei Sun is a Professor in the Department of Communication, Culture & Media Studies (CCMS) at the Cathy Hughes School of Communications, Howard University. She is an active scholar, educator, and administrator with a strong focus on intercultural communication, health communication, new media, and social justice. She recently served as Associate Dean for Research and Academic Affairs (2022–2024) and Director of Graduate Studies (2018–2021), and is currently on sabbatical in Spring 2025. Education: Ph.D. in Communication and Culture, Howard University M.A. in Speech Communication, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Dr. Sun’s research centers on intercultural communication, health disparities, minority invisibility, and the role of media in shaping public understanding of race, culture, and social justice. She teaches doctoral seminars on topics such as Intercultural Communication, Health Communication, Social Media, and Race, Culture and Social Justice. Her work emphasizes qualitative methods and community-engaged scholarship, particularly among African American, Asian American, and immigrant populations. Her recent publications (2020–2024) reflect a strong thematic focus on health communication during the pandemic, social stigma, racial justice, and digital activism. Articles explore issues such as vaccine messaging, mental health in marginalized communities, and the impact of social media on social movements. These works are published in journals like Howard Journal of Communications , Qualitative Research Reports in Communication , and Journal of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning . Scientific Awards and Recognition: Fulbright Specialist in Communications/Journalism (2018–2021) Howard Research Symposium Award – Most Outstanding Presentation (2018) Howard Research Symposium Award – Most Outstanding Advisor (2018) Junior Faculty Summer Research Fellowship (2017) Dr. Sun has successfully led multiple funded research projects, including two FDA grants totaling over $750,000, focused on clinical trial participation among Black and Asian Americans and health risks of skin-lightening products. She has advised numerous graduate students, many of whom co-authored her recent publications. As Editor of Communication Reports and guest editor for special journal issues, she plays a key role in shaping scholarly discourse in communication. She has also contributed to teaching innovation, particularly in digital classrooms during the pandemic. She is actively involved in professional service, having chaired the International and Intercultural Communication Division of the National Communication Association (NCA) and served on NCA’s Legislative Assembly and Doctoral Education Committee. Her leadership and research continue to advance equity and inclusion in communication scholarship and practice.

• Graphic Communications
• Typography and Typesetting
• Visual Rhetoric
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Prof. Dr. Урош Недељковић is a Regular Professor at the Faculty of Technical Sciences (University of Novi Sad), Department of Graphic Engineering and Design. He holds a Master's in Fine Arts (2007) and a PhD (2016) from the Academy of Arts, Novi Sad. His academic career began in 2005 as an assistant, advancing to Associate Professor (2010) and Full Professor (2015). He specializes in graphic communication, typography, and visual rhetoric. His research focuses on advertising effectiveness, readability of typefaces, and visual communication strategies. He has authored/co-authored over 50 academic papers and 30 conference presentations, including the textbook Писмо и типографија . Notable recognitions include the Forma Award (2011) and inclusion in the Докторати у прози publication (2017). He teaches courses on Typography, Visual Culture, and Graphic Design. Previously served as Chair of the Art Council (UPИДИВ) and President of UPИДИВ (2013–2015). Active in professional organizations like the Novi Sad Art Circle and promotes Serbian design through exhibitions and academic projects.

Andreas BernardView profile

Professor

• Digital Media
• Cultural Studies
• Digital Culture
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Andreas Bernard is a Professor at the Institute of Culture and Aesthetics of Digital Media at Leuphana University of Lüneburg. His work spans digital media, cultural studies, and contemporary poetics, with particular focus on digital self-representation and the cultural implications of media technologies. He has been actively publishing since the late 1990s and continues to produce significant scholarly work into the 2020s. Bernard's research interests center on how digital technologies reshape cultural practices, particularly in the areas of self-representation, organizational structures, and contemporary discourse. His work examines the historical and philosophical dimensions of digital culture, with special attention to profiles, hashtags, and other digital phenomena that structure contemporary life. He approaches these topics through interdisciplinary lenses that combine media theory, cultural history, and philosophical analysis. His publications reveal strong trends in analyzing how media technologies mediate human experience and organization. Bernard frequently investigates the historical precursors to contemporary digital phenomena, showing how current practices emerge from longer cultural trajectories. His recent work has increasingly focused on the poetics and epistemology of digital culture, examining how knowledge is structured and represented in digital environments. Bernard has edited several significant collections including 'Non Knowledge and Digital Cultures' (2018) and 'Theodor W. Adorno 'Minima moralia' neu gelesen' (2003), demonstrating his engagement with both contemporary digital issues and foundational philosophical texts. His work bridges theoretical analysis with concrete cultural phenomena, making significant contributions to understanding digital culture. Among his notable projects are the 'Digital Cultures Research Lab (2017-2022)', 'Making Sense(s). Die Medialität der Nahsinne', and 'Zukunftslabor Gesellschaft und Arbeit'. Through these initiatives, Bernard has helped establish interdisciplinary research frameworks for studying digital culture from multiple perspectives including media history, philosophy, and organizational studies.

George LamontView profile

Associate Professor

• Translation theory
• English language structure
• Rhetoric
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George Lamont is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Waterloo, specializing in teaching-focused roles. He holds a PhD and MA from the University of Toronto, and a BA and BEd from the University of British Columbia. His work bridges literature, rhetoric, and communication pedagogy across disciplines. PhD: University of Toronto MA: University of Toronto BA: University of British Columbia BEd: University of British Columbia His research spans three key projects: transforming dissertation work into a book on authorship attribution, analyzing Shakespeare's use of etymological sources for emotional shifts, and developing assessment frameworks for communication skill outcomes. Publications focus on engineering education, information literacy, and pedagogical innovations. Recent publications (2019-2022) reveal expertise in: technical writing pedagogy, information-seeking behavior analysis, problem-based learning frameworks, interdisciplinary communication models, and digital learning adaptation. Collaborative works with Kate Mercer, Kari Weaver, and colleagues demonstrate cross-disciplinary applications. President's Excellence in Teaching (2021) Faculty of Arts Teaching Excellence Award (2020) University of Toronto TATP Teaching Excellence Award Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award (University of Toronto English Department) Ontario Graduate Scholarship University of Toronto Fellowship As Director of the Undergraduate Communication Requirement Group, he oversees communication skill development across programs. His teaching experience spans English literature, language studies, and specialized communication training for business and STEM students. Office location HH 156 (University of Waterloo), extension 46875.

Murray McArthurView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Modernist Literature
• Intertextuality
• Semiotics
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Murray McArthur is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Waterloo's Department of English Language and Literature. Born in 1953 in Winnipeg, he has held leadership roles as Undergraduate Chair (1993-1996) and Department Chair (1996-2004). He maintains academic ties with Europe through teaching in Nice (1993) and regular attendance at Joyce conferences. PhD (Western Ontario, 1985) MA (Western Ontario, 1979) BA (Manitoba, 1975) His research focuses on Modernist literature with particular emphasis on James Joyce and T.S. Eliot, exploring intertextual relationships through semiotic theory and philosophical frameworks. Current work examines the parallel creation timelines of Ulysses and The Waste Land in 1921-1922, highlighting cross-Channel creative influences. Publications reveal sustained engagement with Joyce studies, Modernist poetics, and semiotic analysis. Key themes include textual replication patterns, artistic identity formation, and the intersection of psychoanalytic theory with literary practice. His scholarship spans from foundational influence studies of Blake-Joyce to contemporary deconstructive approaches. McArthur's career demonstrates transatlantic academic connections, with teaching experience in Canada and France, and active participation in international conferences. His work bridges theoretical frameworks from Parisian new criticism to Canadian academic practice, maintaining relevance through ongoing research projects.

• Late Roman Republic
• Ancient Warfare
• Roman Political Culture
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Alexander Thein is an Associate Professor at the School of Classics, University College Dublin, where he has worked since 2004. He received his BA from Oxford University and PhD in Ancient History from the University of Pennsylvania, followed by postdoctoral research at the British School at Rome and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin. His roles include Head of School (2015-2020) and Associate Dean (Undergraduate) for the College of Arts and Humanities (2023-2026). B.A., Classics, Keble College, Oxford Ph.D., Ancient History, University of Pennsylvania Cert CPD in University Teaching & Learning, University College Dublin His research focuses on politics and violence in the Late Roman Republic, particularly Sulla’s dictatorship and civil wars of the 80s BCE. He has completed a book on Sullan proscriptions and is preparing a new project on elite overproduction in the Sullan dictatorship. Additional publications span Greek ethnicity, Roman Republican memoirs, Augustan imagery, and Roman topography. Recent publications analyze legal frameworks of proscription, paramilitary violence, and strategic manumission of slaves during Sulla’s reign. His work demonstrates how violence shaped political legitimacy and citizenship during this turbulent period. DAAD Wiedereinladung (2007) Rome Scholarship, British School at Rome (2002-2003) William Penn Fellowship (1996-2000) Arts and Sciences Dissertation Fellowship (2001-2002) DAAD Jahresstipendium (2000-2001) ANS Summer School Stipend (1998) He teaches Roman history, visual and material culture, and Latin modules while supervising three completed PhD projects. Professional engagements include committee memberships at the Royal Irish Academy, Classical Association of Ireland (serving as Treasurer and Secretary), and editorial board roles in academic journals.

Ivan Lind ChristensenView profile

Associate Professor

• History
• Public Health
• Nuclear Studies
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Ivan Lind Christensen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Politics and Society, Aalborg University, specializing in the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. His research spans history, public health, and nuclear studies, with a focus on Cold War preparedness, societal impacts of nuclear threats, and historical sociocultural analysis. Current projects: Hvis krigen kommer (2017-2021) on wartime welfare planning Collaborative work on UNESCO's global history (1945-75) Media commentary on nuclear risks and language erosion in academia His recent publications examine nuclear anxiety in Denmark, household categorization in Ghanaian cash transfer programs, and far-right visual narratives. Active in supervising PhD students and organizing academic seminars, he contributes to historical methodology and research communication debates. Notable activities include the 2022 Atomvinter workshop, 2024 seminar on gender and preparedness, and participation in international research networks. Funded by the Velux Foundation and Danish Council, his work bridges historical analysis with contemporary societal challenges. Contact: ilc@dps.aau.dk | ORCID: 0000-0003-0803-1832

• Communication Studies
• Public Speaking
• Rhetoric
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Edgar Johnson is a Professor in the Department of Communication at Augusta University , affiliated with the Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences . With a Ph.D. in Communication from the University of Iowa (2000) and a B.A. in Sociology from Oregon State University (1995), his academic journey reflects a deep commitment to communication theory and pedagogy. Education Ph.D., Communication, University of Iowa (2000) B.A., Sociology, Oregon State University (1995) Research interests span public speaking pedagogy , discourse analysis , and symbolism in media narratives . His recent publications explore metaphorical representations, fictional world-building, and cultural discourse through visual rhetoric and narrative communication lenses. Scientific awards include the 2018-2019 Governor's Teaching Fellowship and recognition from the University System of Georgia/Institute of Higher Education in 2018. Service roles highlight leadership in academic governance, including chairing the Pamplin College Curriculum Committee (2019-present) and serving as Phi Kappa Phi Chapter President (2019-present). He also mentors students as Faculty Advisor to the Augusta University Gaming Club (2016-present) and Communication Committee (2018-present).

Jill M. PedersonView profile

Associate Professor

• Italian Renaissance Art
• 17th-century European Art
• Renaissance Humanism
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Jill M. Pederson is an Associate Professor of Art History and Interim Dean of Arcadia University's College of Arts and Sciences. She specializes in European art, particularly Italian Renaissance painting, sculpture, and graphic works, with a focus on intellectual, literary, and visual intersections in northern Italy. PhD , Art History, Johns Hopkins University (2008) MA , Art History, George Washington University (1999) BA , Art History, Colorado College (1995) Her research explores Italian Renaissance art, Leonardo da Vinci, Renaissance humanism, gender studies, and early modern court culture. She challenges traditional narratives of artistic genius by emphasizing collaborative networks in Renaissance Milan. Her publications highlight Leonardo's interactions with Bramante and Milanese scholars, arboreal symbolism in courtly art, and gendered representations of male beauty. Recent work investigates transcultural influences on the Leonardesque pictorial mode. Pedretti Fellowship (Renaissance Society of America) National Endowment for the Humanities Summer Scholar Grant Fulbright Fellowship Kress Foundation Fellowship Renaissance Society of America Research Grant Ahmanson Research Fellowship (UCLA) Franklin Research Grant (American Philosophical Society) Dr. Pederson has taught at Johns Hopkins University, Colorado College, and Catholic University of America. She held a postdoctoral position at the Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts, National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC.

Karin WagnerView profile

Professor

• Art History
• Visual Studies
• Photography
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Karin Wagner is a Professor in Art History and Visual Studies at the University of Gothenburg . Her research focuses on the intersections of visual culture, digital media, and material aesthetics, with particular expertise in packaging design, photographic history, and digital museum practices. Professor at University of Gothenburg since 2003 Specializes in digital visual culture and material studies Recipient of multiple research grants including Bank of Sweden Tercentenary Foundation Research Focus Wagner's scholarship examines visual communication across digital and physical domains. Current projects include Packaging Design: Sustainability, Aesthetics and Social issues (2025-2026) and ongoing work on herbarium digitization. Her research bridges art history with contemporary design practices. Key Publications Her most recent book From ASCII Art to Comic Sans (MIT Press, 2023) explores typography's cultural impact. Earlier work includes studies on digital museum curation and the visual rhetoric of organic food packaging. Academic Collaborations Wagner has collaborated with institutions including: Riksantikvarieämbetet (National Heritage Board) Bank of Sweden Tercentenary Foundation (RJ Sabbatical) Chalmers University of Technology Valand Academy Teaching & Mentorship She teaches across all academic levels, with developed courses in image analysis, digital filmmaking, and interaction design. Wagner supervises doctoral students in art and visual culture while mentoring cross-disciplinary researchers in digital representation.

Laura McGrathView profile

Professor

• Environmental Communication
• Science Communication
• Digital Rhetoric
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Laura McGrath is a Professor of English and Professional Writing at Kennesaw State University, specializing in digital rhetoric, environmental communication, and science communication. Her work bridges humanities scholarship with practical applications in digital media and environmental advocacy. She holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of Georgia (2003) and a B.A. in English from Smith College (1998), with dissertation research focused on online composition environments. McGrath's research examines visual rhetoric in biodiversity conservation , youth environmental stewardship , and digital literacies across age groups . Her Environmental Humanities work analyzes historical and contemporary birding rhetoric, while her Digital Rhetoric scholarship investigates Instagram practices among midlife women and makerspace pedagogy. Current projects explore STEM/STEAM rhetoric and online learning dynamics. Her publication trajectory shows an evolution from digital writing pedagogy (2003-2011) toward environmental communication (2018-2022), maintaining consistent focus on community engagement through digital platforms. Recent work emphasizes affective dimensions of visual storytelling in conservation efforts and historical rhetoric of nature study. McGrath actively contributes to the Digital Media and Composition Institute (DMAC), shaping technological professional development frameworks and multimodal composition teaching methods. She serves on editorial boards and contributes to major publications like the forthcoming Teaching with Science Writing in the Humanities Classroom (MLA).

Crystal LeeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Data Visualization
• Critical Data Studies
• Digital Media
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Crystal Lee is an Assistant Professor in Computational Media and Design at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), with a joint appointment in the Schwarzman College of Computing and Comparative Media Studies/Writing. She also holds affiliations as a Faculty Associate at Harvard's Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society and a Senior Fellow at Mozilla's Responsible Computing Challenge (2022–2025). PhD in History, Anthropology, Science, Technology, and Society from MIT (2022) MA in History of Science, Stanford University (2016) BA (high honors) in History of Science, Stanford University (2015) Her research focuses on the life-cycle of data representations , including data visualization, critical data studies, digital media, science and technology studies, human-computer interaction, and disability studies. She explores how datasets are curated, visualized, and manipulated, with particular emphasis on ethical tech , accessible systems , and technoableism . Recent publications examine participatory AI , medical racism in computational diagnosis , decolonial AI , and global data governance . Notable awards include NSF grants , Honorable Mentions at EuroVis and CHI , and MIT and Harvard fellowships . She has advised students on projects related to accessible visualization , climate data , and participatory AI . Advisory Board Member, Disability Inclusion Fund (Borealis Philanthropy) Co-organizer, Toward Accessible Data Representations Workshop (IEEE Vis) Keynote: "On Data Justice and Accessible Systems" (Code4Lib, 2022)

Kellie M. GrayView profile

Assistant Professor

• Visual Rhetoric
• Digital Rhetoric
• Technical Communication Pedagogy
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Kellie M. Gray is an Assistant Professor at the Department of English at Texas Tech University, specializing in Technical Communication & Rhetoric. She coordinates ENGL 2311: Introduction to Technical Writing and co-authored the textbook Guide to Technical Communication (2021). Research Interests: Visual rhetoric in digital spaces Ethical data analysis and digital humanities Technical communication pedagogy and practice Multimodal public pedagogy through emojis Her publications focus on intersections between digital rhetoric, social justice, and technical communication, including studies on emoji frequency in activism and code literacy. Recent works analyze how emojis function as multimodal tools for public engagement. Scientific Awards & Grants: MassMine Advancement Grant (2019-2022), Role: Co-PI, $325,000 NEH Digital Humanities Advancement Grant, $325,000 Gray contributes to the Digital Humanities Lab and UX Lab at Texas Tech, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration. She actively shapes technical communication curricula and advocates for ethical digital practices.

• Institutional Language Use
• Financial Economics
• Business Discourse
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Claes Ohlsson is an Associate Professor in Swedish Language at Linnaeus University, Sweden. His research examines institutional language use across financial economics, business discourse, and corporate responsibility, employing text/discourse analysis and computational methods. He leads projects on Market Language (2022-2025) and smaller studies on budget concepts and urban linguistic landscapes. Research Themes: Financial literacy rhetoric, corporate responsibility framing, market concept evolution, multilingual urban environments Affiliations: Linnaeus University (since 2017), University of Gothenburg, Chalmers University Recent Articles trace market terminology in Swedish parliamentary records (2022), analyze election campaign language (2023), and explore financial advertising history (2024). His work combines corpus linguistics, critical discourse analysis, and digital humanities approaches.