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Dr. Stephanie Harkin is a Lecturer in RMIT's Games Program, specializing in feminine gaming cultures and digital histories. She holds a PhD from Swinburne University of Technology and is a board member of DiGRA Australia. Her research explores techno-femininity, marginalized gaming histories, and digital preservation through collaborations with institutions like the National Film and Sound Archive. Harkin's work bridges critical theory with practice, notably curating the Feminine Play exhibition and publishing award-winning scholarship on girlhood in games.
- Education: PhD in Media & Communication (Swinburne University of Technology)
- Teaching: Coordinates RMIT's Bachelor of Design (Games) program, teaching units like 'Principles of Play' and 'Game Studies.'
Her research philosophy emphasizes recovering underrepresented narratives through archival work and participatory methods. Industry engagements include consultancy roles at Creative Victoria and contributions to media outlets like ScreenHub and Metro Magazine. Harkin advocates for inclusive gaming histories, challenging traditional narratives that exclude feminine and queer perspectives.
