معرفی
Dr. Hannah Chestnutt is a Faculty Lecturer and Program Director for Bachelor of Education Programs at McGill University's Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE) since 2019. She holds a PhD in Education from the University of Glasgow (2018), alongside degrees in Physics/Mathematics (Trent University) and Education (Queen's University). Her research focuses on social network analysis in education systems, sustainability in higher education, and equity-oriented collaborative practices.
- Education Background:
- PhD, Education – University of Glasgow (2018)
- MEd, Education – University of Glasgow (2012)
- BEd, Concurrent Education – Queen's University (Canada)
- BSc, Physics & Mathematics – Trent University (Canada)
Her work investigates how social structures and networks influence educational reform and equity, particularly for minoritized students in STEM fields. Recent projects include mapping sustainability initiatives at McGill and analyzing leadership dynamics in Quebec schools using network analysis. She has presented at venues like the Canadian Society for the Study of Education and published in journals such as International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education and The Physics Teacher.
Awards:
- Educational PhD Research Scholarship (2014–16)
- Principal’s Early Career Mobility Fund (2016)
- William Boyd Award (2012) – Most distinguished MEd graduate
Grants/Advising: Her research has been supported through competitive grants from the University of Glasgow. She advises on educational equity and sustainability initiatives, leveraging collaborative networks to drive systemic change in educational institutions.
Labs/Teams: Active in McGill’s Sustainability Transformation initiatives and collaborates with Scotland’s Education Scotland on school improvement partnerships.
