Adrian M. Downey

Adrian M. Downey is an Assistant Professor in Mount Saint Vincent University's Faculty of Education. He holds a PhD in Educational Studies from the University of New Brunswick, MA in Education from MSVU, and undergraduate degrees from Bishop's University. His teaching spans graduate and undergraduate courses in Indigenous education, curriculum theory, and philosophy of education.

Research examines affect theory in education, Indigenous knowledges, and posthuman approaches to curriculum. Current projects explore emotional dimensions of teaching and decolonizing educational practices through autobiographical inquiry.

Publications appear in Journal of Curriculum Theorizing and Philosophical Inquiry in Education. Supervision areas include Indigenous education, life writing, and music in educational contexts.