جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

John Oddoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Rhetoric
• Political Communication
• War Legitimation Discourse
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John Oddo is an Associate Professor of English at Carnegie Mellon University, affiliated with the Department of English within the Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences. His research critically examines how language and symbols are used to legitimize war, focusing on intertextual rhetoric and media's role in framing political discourse. He holds a Ph.D. and M.A. from Kent State University and a B.A. from Canisius College. Oddo's work analyzes how U.S. political leaders and media institutions reuse rhetorical techniques to manipulate public opinion during conflicts. His acclaimed books include *Intertextuality and the 24-Hour News Cycle* (2014), analyzing Colin Powell’s U.N. address, and *The Discourse of Propaganda* (2018), exploring propaganda mechanisms in the Persian Gulf War and War on Terror. Recent research extends to drone strike rhetoric and modern propaganda theory. Key research areas include rhetoric of futurity, precontextualization in media, and discourse-based analytical methodologies. His work has been published in *Journal of Language and Politics*, *Written Communication*, and *Discourse & Communication*. Oddo’s contributions bridge rhetoric, political communication, and media studies, offering critical insights into power dynamics in modern discourse.

Sigrid Johanna Håheim Ørevikمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Multimodal Text Analysis
• English as a Second Language (EAL) Education
• Genre Theory in Pedagogy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sigrid Johanna Håheim Ørevik is an Associate Professor at the Department of Foreign Languages , University of Bergen. Her work focuses on multimodal text analysis in English education, genre theory, and assessment frameworks. Position: Associate Professor Email: sigrid.orevik@uib.no Research Groups: POTENT – Post-Truth English Teaching Research interests include: Multimodal pedagogies Genre patterns in EAL materials Assessment of student multimodal texts Digital learning resources Vocational English teaching Recent publications (2021–2025) explore: Multimodal design principles Agency in semiotic work Curriculum coherence challenges Remediation of digital resources Long-term genre stability in exams She contributes to the POTENT research group and collaborates internationally on multimodal English learning projects.

Carolyn Commerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Rhetoric of Higher Education Policy
• Histories of Rhetoric
• Writing Pedagogy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Carolyn Commer is an Associate Professor, Director of Graduate Studies, and Director of the Ph.D. Program in the Department of English at Virginia Tech's College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences. She holds a B.A. from The Evergreen State College, an M.A. in Liberal Arts from St. John's College, Annapolis, and a Ph.D. in Rhetoric from Carnegie Mellon University. Her research focuses on: The rhetoric of higher education policy and institutional advocacy Historical developments in rhetorical traditions Writing pedagogy and classroom practices Intellectual Risk-Taking (IRT) in academic environments She is the author of Championing a Public Good: A Call to Advocate for Higher Education , which analyzes rhetorical strategies for defending the public value of universities. Commer teaches courses in ancient/modern rhetoric histories, critical theory, and professional/technical writing. She actively seeks collaborations on higher education advocacy and pedagogical research.

Sarah Bastowمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Modern History
• Religious Change
• Gender and Religion
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Sarah Bastow is affiliated with the University of Huddersfield's School of Arts and Humanities, Department of Media, Humanities and the Arts. She specializes in early modern history, focusing on religious change in the 16th century. Education: PGCE in post-compulsory education Fellowships: Higher Education Academy, Royal Historical Society Her research explores Catholic history, Reformation studies, gender roles in religious contexts, and socio-religious conflict. Key works analyze Edwin Sandys' reforms, recusant networks, and Northern England's religious rebellions. Recent publications emphasize the UN Sustainable Development Goals through historical lenses, particularly SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions) via studies on religious conflict resolution and SDG 5 (Gender Equality) via analyses of Catholic women's roles. She supervises postgraduate students and accepts PhD candidates in early modern religious history. Her academic activities include conference organization and oral presentations on Reformation themes.

Thomas Kunzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Migration and Intercultural Relations
• Critical Discourse Analysis
• Social Exclusion and Inequality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Thomas Kunz is a Professor at the College of Social Work and Health, Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, specializing in Social Work and Education in the Context of Social Inequality. His research focuses on migration, interculturality, critical analysis of integration concepts, societal exclusion, racism, right-wing populism, and qualitative social research methods. Education: PhD (Doctorate) from Goethe-Universität Frankfurt a. M. Professional Experience: Professor since 2011; held prior roles at Bundesamt für Migration und Flüchtlinge (2007-2008), Institute for Social Work (2004-2006), and Frankfurt’s Office for Multicultural Affairs (2000-2003). His research explores how media constructs migrant identities, challenges integration narratives, and analyzes national belonging. He contributes to academic discourse on migration policy, intercultural competence, and social exclusion. Recent articles address digitalization in post-pandemic education, language sensitivity in academia, and media portrayals of migrants. He supervises BA thesis projects and collaborates with institutions like the International Family Center and Duisburger Institut für Sprach- und Sozialforschung. His work includes editing journals, serving on integration award juries, and developing indicators for migrant integration programs.

Yulia Mikhailovaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Comparative History of Medieval Europe
• Early Modern Europe
• Gender and Sexuality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Yulia Mikhailova is an Associate Professor of History at the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology , specializing in Comparative History of Medieval Europe and Post-Soviet Russia . She actively promotes mental health advocacy as Chair of the ISPS-US Advocacy Committee . PhD in History (with distinction), University of New Mexico (2013) MA in Russian, Michigan State University (2002) Her research spans Medieval Europe , Early Modern Europe , Gender and Sexuality , and Inter-Ethnic Relations , with a focus on Rus-Latin Europe comparisons and modern political uses of medieval history . Recent publications examine elite women in chronicles , religious warfare , and emotion in political narratives . PhD with Distinction (University of New Mexico) She teaches courses on European history , Soviet/post-Soviet history , and history of science/technology , while collaborating with local mental health initiatives.

Timothy W. Lukeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Theory
• Environmental Politics
• Critical Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Timothy W. Luke is a University Distinguished Professor and Chair of the Department of Political Science at Virginia Tech , where he explores intersections of political theory, environmental politics, and critical theory. His research delves into the Anthropocene, digital culture, and contemporary US political crises. Research Highlights : Focus on post-1945 geopolitical shifts Analysis of Silicon Valley's techno-utopian narratives Critique of climate change disinformation and energy extractivism Studies of right-wing extremism and prepper culture Contributions to environmental governance and eco-political theory Honors : University Distinguished Professor Leadership : Serves as Chair of the Department of Political Science, guiding academic programs and faculty development.

• Urban Planning
• African Urban Studies
• Urban Governance
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Mfaniseni Fana Sihlongonyane is a faculty member at the School of Architecture and Planning, University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), where he holds the academic rank of Professor. His work focuses on urban planning, African cities, and development, with a strong emphasis on South Africa and Eswatini. He holds a PhD from the University of Oxford, an MSc in Development Planning, and a PGCE. BA PGCE MSc (DP) PhD (University of Oxford) His research interests include urban governance , traditional authority in urban development , smart cities , and participatory planning in African contexts. He critically examines how global urban agendas interact with local realities, particularly in post-colonial African cities. His work often highlights the socio-political dynamics that shape urban transformation and the marginalization of communities in planning processes. The recent publications (2015–2024) reflect a consistent engagement with urban theory , city branding , local economic development , and the role of traditional leadership in urban governance. Themes such as urban centrism , hybrid urbanism , and smart metropolitan strategies recur across his work, indicating a deep scholarly inquiry into the future of African cities. His contributions span journal articles and book chapters in leading urban and African studies publications. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. Professor Sihlongonyane has not listed any formal advisees or grant funding in the provided information. However, his extensive publication record and academic leadership suggest active mentorship and research supervision. He is likely involved in collaborative urban research projects, potentially within the School of Architecture and Planning at Wits, though specific labs or research teams are not mentioned in the text.

• History of Political Thought
• Intellectual History
• Enlightenment Studies
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Dr Niall O'Flaherty serves as a Senior Lecturer (Reader) in the History of European Political Thought at King's College London's Department of History, Faculty of Arts & Humanities. His academic foundation includes a PhD from King's College, Cambridge (2008) and MA/BA degrees from Queen Mary, University of London. His educational background: PhD, King's College, Cambridge (2008) MA, Queen Mary, University of London BA, Queen Mary, University of London Niall's research centers on 18th-19th Century British Intellectual History , critically examining Enlightenment political thought through figures like William Paley, Malthus, and Darwin. His work investigates the evolving relationship between theology, science, and social discourse, with particular focus on secularization processes and historical conceptions of poverty and population. This scholarship bridges religious studies, economic history, and political theory within European intellectual traditions. His publication trajectory—from 2010 Paley studies to the 2024 poverty anthology—reveals sustained engagement with Enlightenment-era social philosophy. The corpus demonstrates methodological consistency in analyzing rhetorical strategies and conceptual shifts, particularly regarding how theological frameworks gradually yielded to secular social science paradigms in British thought. Recognition includes: István Hont Book Prize (2019) Niall actively mentors PhD candidates in intellectual history while directing significant research initiatives including the Leverhulme Trust-funded 'Malthus and the Discovery of Poverty' (2019-2021). His grant portfolio reflects deep investment in historical poverty studies and evolutionary thought development. He contributes to the Centre for Enlightenment Studies, fostering cross-departmental 18th-century research collaboration within King's Faculty of Arts & Humanities.

Martha S. Feldmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Organization theory and behavior
• Organizational routines and routine dynamics
• Stability and change in organizations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Martha S. Feldman holds the Johnson Chair for Civic Governance and Public Management at the University of California, Irvine, where she is a Distinguished Professor in Urban Planning and Public Policy, Management, Political Science, and Sociology. She earned her PhD from Stanford University in 1983. Her work focuses on organizational routines, public management, and qualitative research methods. Her research explores how organizational routines drive stability and change, with a focus on their role in decision-making and institutional adaptation. She has pioneered frameworks for understanding routine dynamics, integrating practice theory and process studies. Feldman has served as Senior Editor for Organization Science (2006–2018) and sits on editorial boards of leading journals including Academy of Management Journal and Journal of Management Studies . Her contributions have been recognized with major awards, including the 2009 Administrative Science Quarterly award and two honorary doctorates from the Universities of St. Gallen and Hanken. Her scholarship bridges theory and practice, addressing topics like collaborative governance, inclusive management, and narrative analysis. She has produced over 100 peer-reviewed articles, with a focus on organizational learning, public policy implementation, and methodological innovation in qualitative research.

Pia Mikanderمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Diversity in Education
• Multilingualism
• Social Justice in Education
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Pia Mikander is a University Lecturer in the Department of Education at the University of Helsinki, specializing in diversity, multilingualism, and social justice in education. She supervises the Doctoral Programme in School, Education, Society, and Culture. With a PhD, her work focuses on critical educational studies, particularly analyzing how social studies textbooks construct identities, citizenship, and societal relations. Her research addresses colonialism, racism, democracy education, and global citizenship in Nordic contexts. Her research interests include postcolonial discourse analysis, textbook content evaluation, and the intersection of education with power structures. Notable projects include investigating anti-pluralist narratives in classrooms, democracy education during remote learning, and reframing human-nature relationships in worldview education. She has received the 'Top three most read article' award in 2023. Mikander has been involved in over 90 academic activities, including conferences and media engagements, discussing topics like colonialism in board games and teacher neutrality. She leads or participates in initiatives such as the 'Tween Democracy Sustainability' project and the 'Nature in Worldview Education' study. Her work emphasizes actionable pedagogical strategies for addressing systemic inequalities in education systems.

Amy Jo Minettمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Peacebuilding through Language Teaching
• Social Justice in Education
• Intercultural Communication
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Amy Jo Minett is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Salem State University, specializing in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and multilingual writing. She coordinates the First Year and Multilingual Writing program and the Graduate Certificate in Writing and Rhetoric. Her international experience spans curriculum development and teacher training in Kurdistan, Afghanistan, Central/Eastern Europe, and China. Peacebuilding through language education Intercultural communication in post-conflict regions Critical discourse analysis English as an international language Teacher education and reflective practice Her scholarly work examines intersections between language teaching, conflict resolution, and social justice. Recent publications focus on virtual intercultural exchanges and critical pedagogy in transitional societies. She has presented at major conferences including AAAL and the International Society for Language Studies.

Alexander Mauritsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Church History
• European Church History
• 19th and 20th Century Religious History
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Alexander Maurits (born 1978) is Associate Professor of Church History at Lund University's Centre for Theology and Religious Studies. He currently serves as Dean of the Faculty of Theology and Vice-Dean for postgraduate studies at the Joint Faculties of Humanities and Theology for the period 2024-2026. Previously (2015-2023), he was Head of Department at the Centre for Theology and Religious Studies. In fall 2022, he was a visiting professor at University of California Berkeley through a STINT fellowship. His research focuses on European church history of the 19th and 20th centuries, with particular interest in Christian gender ideals, secularization processes, and the relationship between religion and modern society. He has developed significant expertise in the areas of religion and sports, having organized two international conferences on this theme (2013, 2015), and in the history of women's ordination in the Church of Sweden, co-authoring the book "Calling and Recognition: Perspectives on the First Ordained Women in the Swedish Church" with Frida Mannerfelt. Maurits' publication portfolio demonstrates a consistent trajectory examining how religious institutions navigate modernity, with recent work addressing contemporary issues like the #MeToo movement's impact on religious institutions and the place of religion in increasingly secular Scandinavian societies. His research shows particular strength in connecting historical analysis with contemporary religious challenges. Scientific Awards: Nils Karleby Prize (50,000 SEK) in 2012 for his doctoral thesis STINT Teaching Sabbatical in 2021 enabling his visit to UC Berkeley Maurits has held numerous administrative roles including serving on the Faculty Board, chairing the Doctoral Education Committee, and participating in national educational assessments. He has initiated interdisciplinary courses such as "Religion and Sports" (first offered spring 2014) and "After MeToo - Struggle for Recognition in History and Present" (first offered 2019). His collaborative work extends internationally, particularly with historians at Katholieke Universiteit in Leuven. As Head of Department, Maurits was responsible for academic staff, department finances, and quality assurance in education and research. His current deanship roles expand these responsibilities to the broader faculty level, reflecting his significant standing within Lund University's academic community.

• Political History of the Holy Roman Empire
• Legal History
• Gender History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Siegrid Westphal is a distinguished academic at the University of Osnabrück , holding the Professorship for Early Modern History since 2004. She is affiliated with the Historical Seminar and leads the Research Center IKFN (Institute for Early Modern Cultural History) . Her career spans roles as a research assistant, privatdozent, and visiting professor, with significant contributions to imperial legal history and gender studies. Education: Magister Artium (1989), PhD (1992), Habilitation (2001) Professional Roles: Leader of projects in the Collaborative Research Center 'Ereignis Weimar-Jena' (2001-2004), Professor (since 2004/05) Research Interests: Political history of the Holy Roman Empire, legal history, gender history, cultural peace research, and regional studies of Thuringia and Saxony. Ongoing Projects: Analyzing the 1635 Peace of Prague, corruption in early modern politics, gender as a relational category in legal cases, French perception in German media under Louis XIV, and archival studies of Lüneburg. Leadership: Director of the IKFN and co-editor of series like Bibliothek Altes Reich . Courses: Taught seminars on the Thirty Years' War, baroque political culture, and early modern diplomacy. Collaborations: Contributed to edited volumes on topics ranging from imperial courts to gender roles in confessionalization. Expertise: Specializes in the intersection of law, gender, and political stability, with a focus on the Holy Roman Empire's legal systems.

Tania Al Saadiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Narratology
• Modern Arabic Literature
• Arabic Novels
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Tania Al Saadi is an Associate Professor of Arabic at Stockholm University's Department of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies, where she has taught Arabic language and modern Arabic literature since 2007. She received her PhD in Arabic from Sorbonne-Nouvelle University (Paris III) in 2008. Her primary research focuses on narratology in modern Arabic literature, with particular attention to narrative techniques in Arabic novels. She has conducted extensive research on the beginnings of novels across various 20th century works, examining how narrative openings function within the broader structure. Her scholarly interests also include exile literature, representations of despotic figures, gender and feminism in literature, and contemporary representations of death and cemeteries in Iraqi novels. Dr. Al Saadi's recent publications demonstrate a growing interest in food representation in Arabic literature, culminating in her forthcoming edited volume 'Eating Words: Food in Modern Arabic literature' (2025). Her research shows a consistent pattern of examining how cultural and political realities are reflected through narrative structures and thematic concerns in Arabic fiction, with particular attention to Iraqi and Egyptian literary traditions. Current research project: 'Death in contemporary Iraqi novels' Active contributor to Encyclopaedia of Islam, THREE As an educator, she teaches Arabic language and modern Arabic literature at both undergraduate and advanced levels. Her supervision of student theses demonstrates her commitment to mentoring the next generation of scholars in Arabic studies, with students working on topics ranging from identity in Iraqi literature to food representation in Lebanese young adult fiction.