Susanna Menis

Dr. Susanna Menis is a Lecturer in Law at Birkbeck Law School, Birkbeck, University of London, where she also serves as Programme Director for the Certificate HE Legal Studies. She has taught law and criminology since 2009, with expertise in criminal law doctrine, socio-cultural practices, and critical pedagogy. Her interdisciplinary research focuses on questioning hierarchies in legal systems and amplifying marginalized voices.

Education:

• MA Historical Research, Birkbeck University of London (2018)
• PhD in Law/Criminology, Birkbeck University of London (2016)
• MSc in Criminology & Criminal Justice, University of Surrey (2005)
• Dottore in Giurisprudenza (BA Hons), University of Bologna (2004)

Her research examines criminal law through historical, emotional, and literary lenses, investigating topics like women's prisons and legal education reform. She actively promotes inclusive education through Birkbeck's Compass Project and vaccine volunteering.

Publications emphasize historical policy analysis, critical legal education, and gender dynamics in criminal justice. Her multidisciplinary approach connects law with social history and cultural critique.

Awards:

• Shortlisted for Birkbeck Public Engagement Award (2019)
• Shortlisted for National Teaching Fellowship Scheme (2020)
• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy

As Chair of Birkbeck’s HR Research Excellence Award Advisory Board, she supports PhD students through #PositiveAcademia initiatives. She also serves as an external examiner for the University of London’s International Programme.