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Dr. Michael Skey is a Senior Lecturer in Communication and Media Studies at the School of Social Sciences. He serves as Doctoral Programme Lead for Communication & Media. His research focuses on nationalism, media studies, and sociocultural dynamics, with a particular interest in digital nationalism, mediatization, and sport media. Skey holds a PhD from the London School of Economics (2008), funded by the AHRC, and his work has been recognized with the 2012 BSA/Philip Abrams Memorial Prize for his monograph.
Education:
- PhD in Media & Communications, London School of Economics (2008)
Research Interests: Skey’s work explores how media shapes national identity and belonging, with studies on everyday nationalism, affective nationalism, and cosmopolitanism. He investigates digital media’s role in cultural boundaries, sportswashing, and the visibility struggles of marginalized groups (e.g., women in sports). Recent projects analyze the interplay between media events, global mega-sporting events, and national identity.
Key Themes in Publications: His articles highlight digital nationalism in China, the visibility bind for women’s sports, and the quest for authenticity in influencer culture. He critiques sportswashing as a political tool and examines mediatization from a grassroots perspective. Skey also explores the tension between cosmopolitanism and national belonging in contexts like Brexit and UKIP’s rise.
Awards:
- 2012 BSA/Philip Abrams Memorial Prize
Advising & Grants: While specific grants are not detailed, his leadership role in doctoral programs indicates active supervision. No lab affiliations are explicitly mentioned.
