معرفی
Lucila T. Rudge, Ph.D., is Affiliate Faculty in the Transformative Learning Community Specialization at Antioch University and was previously Associate Professor of Education at the University of Montana as well as Honorary Academic at the University of Auckland, New Zealand. With over 25 years of experience spanning K-12 and higher education across Brazil, the U.K., Indonesia, and the United States, she brings a rich international perspective to her scholarship.
Education
- Ph.D. in Education (Holistic Education) – The Ohio State University, USA
- M.A. in Drama in Education – University of Central England (now Birmingham City University), UK
- Performing Arts Certificate – University of São Paulo, Brazil
Research Interests
Dr. Rudge’s work centers on holistic and transformative pedagogies, equity & diversity in education, teacher–student relationships, contemplative practices, and international comparative education. Her qualitative investigations often employ case-study, self-study, and narrative methodologies to illuminate how alternative educational models—such as Waldorf, Montessori, and International Baccalaureate—can thrive within public systems while nurturing the whole child.
Across her publications, a consistent theme emerges: cultivating educational environments that honor cultural identity, foster mindful relationships, and democratize learning.
Scientific Awards & Grants
- SHAPE 2.0 Partnership Grant (Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation, 2016–2018, $45,000)
- University of Montana International Activity Award (2012, $1,500)
- USINTEC International Dual Master’s Scholarship Grant (USAID, 2012, $70,000)
- International Seed Grant (Ohio State University, 2011, $7,500)
Editorial & Professional Service
Dr. Rudge serves on the editorial boards of the International Journal of Teacher Education and Professional Development and the Holistic Education Review. She is an active member of the International Society for Teacher Education, American Educational Research Association, and the National Association for Multicultural Education.
Teaching & Outreach
She currently teaches Mindful and Relational Teaching: Educating for a Culture of Peace and has delivered keynote addresses, workshops, and invited lectures in Bhutan, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, New Zealand, Turkey, and across the United States.
