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Dr. Genine Hook is an Adjunct Lecturer in Sociology at the University of New England’s School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. She holds a PhD from Monash University (2015) and has taught at La Trobe University, the University of New England, and the University of the Sunshine Coast. Her expertise includes gender studies, higher education equity, feminist pedagogy, and family-based violence. Dr. Hook’s research emphasizes the experiences of sole parent students and challenges systemic barriers faced by marginalized groups in academia.
Education:
- PhD in Education (Monash University, 2015)
- First-Class Honours in Education (Monash University, 2010)
- Bachelor of Education (Secondary) and Bachelor of Arts (Monash University, 2009)
Research Interests: Dr. Hook’s work focuses on equity in higher education, particularly for sole parents and mature-aged female students. She critiques institutional neglect of caregiving responsibilities and advocates for policy reforms. Her scholarship intersects feminist theory, queer theory, and decolonial pedagogy, addressing issues like imposter syndrome and academic care-work.
Awards:
- HERDSA Routledge article of the year runner-up (2019)
- Vice-Chancellor’s Commendation for Thesis Excellence (2015)
- ARC Kathleen Fitzpatrick Laureate Fellowship Mentoring Scheme (2015)
Teaching & Grants: Dr. Hook has taught courses in social theory, Indigenous studies, and research methods. She emphasizes practical strategies for student success and critiques neoliberal pressures in academia. Though her current position is fixed-term, she has held three roles post-PhD, reflecting sectoral precarity.
External Work: Since 2020, she has contributed to Gender Equality initiatives at Women’s Health Loddon Mallee, addressing violence prevention and community advocacy.
