Frey Parkes

Frey Parkes is an Adjunct Lecturer at UniSQ College (Pathways), University of Southern Queensland. They hold a PhD, PGCertLearnDev, and BA(Hons) from USQ, with a focus on academic literacies and inclusive pedagogies.

Education:

• BA(Hons), University of Southern Queensland
• PGCertLearnDev, University of Southern Queensland
• PhD, University of Southern Queensland

Research Interests: Frey specializes in neurodiversity and neuroqueer studies, advocating for inclusive practices in higher education. Their work addresses supporting autistic students, teaching culturally and linguistically diverse populations, digital-age literacy, and the integration of artificial intelligence in pedagogy. They also explore critical pedagogies and trans/gay/queer/non-binary studies.

Professional Memberships and Affiliations:

• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
• Australian Tertiary Education Network on Disability (Associate)
• Australian Association for Research in Education
• Alliance for Neurodiversity & Disability in GLAMR Professions Australia Inc.
• National Association of Enabling Educators of Australia

They are affiliated with the Institute for Resilient Regions at USQ.

Administrative Roles: Frey co-convenes the UniSQ Disability Network and participates in assessment and learning and teaching support committees. They also chair the AI Reading Group at the college.