Simon DAWES

Simon DAWES is a Lecturer at the University of Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines (UVSQ), affiliated with the Institute of Cultural and International Studies (IECI) and the Department of Languages. He is associated with the Center for the Cultural History of Contemporary Societies (CHCSC) and teaches courses in British Civilization and Cultural and Creative Industries. His research spans media theories, neoliberalism, public sphere dynamics, and critical analyses of race and intersectionality.

• Lecturer in British Civilization and Cultural/ Creative Industries
• UVSQ (University of Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines), France
• CHCSC (Cultural History of Contemporary Societies Lab)
• Teaches courses on UK Civilization, British Film, TV Comedy, Media Regulation, and Intercultural Communication

His research focuses on media studies, neoliberalism's impact on public spheres, press freedom, and intersections of race, racism, and Islamophobia. Recent publications examine Stuart Hall’s neoliberal conjunctures, media freedoms, and historical shifts in broadcasting regulation. He contributes to international peer-reviewed journals like Javnost - The Public and Theory, Culture & Society.

Contact: simon.dawes@uvsq.fr | Personal Website