Marie-Élise Hunyadi

Marie-Élise Hunyadi is a Lecturer in Educational Sciences at the Université Catholique de l'Ouest (UCO) in Angers, France. She serves as the Educational manager for M2 MEEF Second Degree programs and heads research initiation in Master 1 and 2 MEEF. Previously held roles include ATER positions at Paris 8 University and ESPE Paris, and doctoral research at the University of Geneva (ERHISE team). She holds a PhD in Educational Sciences (2019) and qualifications for MCF positions in multiple CNRS sections.

• Education: Doctorate from University of Geneva/Paris, 2019
• Qualifications: MCF eligibility in Sections 70, 22, and 19 of the CNRS

Her research focuses on history of education, particularly women's access to academia and international feminist movements, alongside emotional norms in schools and teacher professionalization. Recent work examines the International Federation of University Women's role in global education equity, 20th-century women's academic networks, and pedagogical reflexivity training.

Her 2024 book explores the FIFUW's advocacy for women's university access, while 2023 studies address teacher training during crises and emotional education norms. Articles analyze historical educational policies, transnational feminist activism, and international educational institutions.

• Awards: None explicitly listed

She advises on training programs emphasizing collaborative inquiry and reflexivity. Her work with the LIRFE laboratory explores educational transformation and relational pedagogy, reflecting her commitment to blending historical analysis with contemporary educational challenges.