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Michelle Stack, PhD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Studies at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Education. She is a prominent scholar specializing in the intersection of media, education policy, and university rankings. Her work critically examines how media representations shape educational discourse and policy decisions, with particular attention to issues of equity and social justice.
Dr. Stack's research focuses on several key areas including:
- Equity and education
- Media education
- Representations of mental health and illness
- The role of media in the policymaking process
- Community and youth engagement
- University rankings and their impact on higher education
She is the author of "Global University Ranking and the Mediatization of Higher Education" and is currently editing a second book on rankings, journal impact factors, and inequity in higher education. Dr. Stack has led numerous courses and workshops focused on building the capacity of scholars and scholar-practitioners to engage media to expand research-informed public conversations and policy debates. Prior to becoming an academic, she worked as a communications director and policy consultant, bringing practical experience to her scholarly work.
Dr. Stack's scholarly contributions demonstrate a consistent focus on the mediatization of higher education, with particular attention to how university rankings influence educational policy and practice globally. Her work examines how media representations shape public understanding of education issues and influence policy decisions, often highlighting the equity implications of these processes. She has made significant contributions to understanding how top-ranked universities respond to social justice issues through media statements and public relations strategies.
Among her notable achievements is her work on university rankings, where she critically examines the global ranking industry and its impact on educational priorities and resource allocation. Her research reveals how rankings create particular conceptions of "excellence" that often prioritize market values over educational values.
Dr. Stack actively engages with the public through media channels, Twitter (@MichelleLStack), and Social Science Space, where she regularly publishes commentary on education policy issues. Her work bridges academic research and public discourse, making complex educational issues accessible to broader audiences while maintaining scholarly rigor.
