جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Norma Baumel Josephمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Religion and Gender
• Judaism
• Food Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Norma Baumel Joseph is a Professor in the Department of Religion at Concordia University and Associate Director of the Azrieli Institute for Israel Studies. Her work bridges traditional rabbinic scholarship with anthropological inquiry, focusing on religion and gender, Jewish law, food studies, and Canadian Jewish communities. Research Interests: Religion and Gender Jewish Law and Ethics Food and Religion Traditions Contemporary Religions and Popular Culture Women, Gender, and Sexuality Scientific Awards: Louis Rosenberg Canadian Jewish Studies Distinguished Service Award (2019) Dr. Joseph's publications explore intersections of food, gender, and identity in Iraqi Jewish Montreal communities, feminist interpretations of Jewish law, and ritual practices like Bat Mitzvah. She has also contributed to public education through films, columns, and advocacy for Jewish women's rights.

• Gender Studies
• Digital Culture
• Postfeminist Sensibility
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Adrienne Evans is a Professor of Gender and Culture at Coventry University's Research Centre in Postdigital Cultures. She leads the Postdigital Intimacies research cluster, focusing on how intimacy intersects with postfeminist sensibility, digital culture, and technologically-facilitated abuse. Her work explores relational dynamics shaped by economic and individualist frameworks. Evans holds a Doctorate in Psychology from an unspecified institution (2010), with expertise in qualitative and ethnographic research methodologies. She has led significant projects such as the AHRC-funded 'Postdigital Intimacies and the Networked Public-Private' and the British Academy's 'TubeCrush as Connected Intimacies,' which examined gendered interactions in urban spaces. Her research interests include postfeminist healthism, digital feeling, and the sociocultural impacts of menstrual tracking apps. She has published extensively, including co-authored books like *Technologies of Sexiness* (Oxford UP, 2014) and *Postfeminism and Body Image* (Routledge, 2022). She sits on the editorial board of the *Journal of Gender Studies*. Evans has received awards including the 2021 BPS Book Award and a Coventry University Research Sabbatical Fellowship. Her current projects address online safety via co-produced policy frameworks and explore menstrual app implications for diverse embodied experiences. Her advising focuses on postfeminist sensibility, digital culture, and technologically-facilitated consent. She collaborates internationally on issues like gender-based violence prevention and participatory research methodologies.

Lauren Sklaroffمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• American Cultural History
• Racial and Ethnic History
• History of Sexualities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lauren Sklaroff is a Professor of History at the University of South Carolina, affiliated with the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences. She has been on faculty since 2005, specializing in cultural institutions’ influence on racial, ethnic, and religious identity. Her work bridges academia and public engagement, including books like Black Culture and the New Deal (2009) and Red Hot Mama: The Life of Sophie Tucker (2018). Sklaroff’s research has been supported by the NEH, Smithsonian, and USC grants. Education: B.A., Wellesley College M.A., University of Virginia Ph.D., University of Virginia (2003) Research Interests: Cultural history of race, gender, and ethnicity in 20th-century America Public history and museum studies Racial representation in media, radio, and popular culture Jewish-American cultural figures and identity politics Recent Work: Her current book project explores gender and anti-Semitism in the U.S. from 1920-1960. She regularly contributes to academic journals and media outlets like the Los Angeles Times and Salon.com . Awards: National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship (2016-2017) Multiple nominations for teaching excellence awards Smithsonian and NEH grants Advising & Grants: Supervises doctoral and M.A. students in American and public history. Active in curriculum development for courses on American Jewish history and cultural studies. Serves on university committees and the Columbia Holocaust Education Commission. Public Engagement: Historical consultant for documentaries and digital projects. Keynote speaker at events like the Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival and the National Museum of American History.

Leland G. Spencerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Feminist Rhetoric
• Gender Studies
• Sexuality Studies
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Leland G. Spencer is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Women's and Gender Studies at the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences, University of South Carolina. His work bridges feminist rhetoric, gender identity, and religious communication through interdisciplinary research and teaching. PhD in Communication, University of Georgia (2013) Graduate Certificate in Women's Studies, University of Georgia (2011) MA in Communication, University of Cincinnati (2009) BA in Communication Studies, University of Mount Union (2007) Spencer's research focuses on feminist rhetoric, gender and sexuality studies, and religious communication. He explores intersections of social justice, carceral systems, and epistemic violence, with a particular emphasis on marginalized identities in media, theology, and education. His recent publications address HPV vaccination narratives, Margaret Thatcher's gendered leadership, gaslighting theory, and epistemic violence in feminist scholarship. Themes include health communication, rhetorical theology, and critical analysis of digital and media discourses. Randy Majors Award (NCA LGBTQ Caucus) Janice Hocker Rushing Award (SSCA) Gender Scholar of the Year (SSCA Gender Studies Division) Multiple NCA divisional awards Spencer contributes to curriculum development in consent education and advises on gender-inclusive practices. His work spans peer-reviewed articles, books, and collaborations in transgender studies, religious discourse, and media representation. He has presented extensively on topics such as intersex studies, queer theology, and feminist pedagogy.

Rachel Riednerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Rhetoric and Composition
• Feminist Activism
• Gendered and Racialized Representations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rachel Riedner is an Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies in the Columbian College of Arts & Sciences at George Washington University, where she holds dual professorships in Writing and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Her research bridges rhetoric and composition with feminist activism, global capitalism, and STEM education integration. She leads initiatives like GW's Writing in the Disciplines Program and collaborates internationally, including in Europe and Norway, to develop responsive writing curricula. Dr. Riedner's work has been supported by a National Science Foundation grant (2019–2021) co-PIing the WRITES Project, which explores writing's role in fostering engineering judgment. She has received prestigious awards such as the Elizabeth Flynn Award (2013) and Fulbright Specialist Grants. Her research emphasizes transnational feminist rhetoric, neoliberalism's impact on academia, and engineering education. Collaborations with STEM departments, particularly in physics and systems engineering, highlight her commitment to interdisciplinary pedagogy. She has also documented academic labor struggles, such as the 2016 Pennsylvania faculty strike, linking institutional governance to broader societal structures. Award highlights include the 2013 Elizabeth Flynn Award for her article on gender and political economy, multiple Irish and European grants, and NSF funding for engineering education research. Her work spans over two decades, with notable contributions to feminist theory, writing studies, and global educational practices.

Vanessa Pérez-Rosarioمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• 19th-21st century U.S. Latinx and Caribbean literatures and cultures
• American studies
• U.S. bilingualism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Vanessa Pérez-Rosario is a Professor in the Department of English at Queens College, City University of New York (CUNY), where she maintains an active scholarly profile and institutional presence. She serves as managing editor of Small Axe: A Caribbean Journal of Criticism and curator of Queens College's "Off the Page: Conversations with Writers" literary series, demonstrating significant leadership in Caribbean and Latinx literary communities. Her research centers on 19th-21st century U.S. Latinx and Caribbean literatures, with deep expertise in Julia de Burgos studies, transnational feminisms, and multilingual American literature. Key works include Becoming Julia de Burgos: The Making of a Puerto Rican Icon (2014), Hispanic Caribbean Literature of Migration (2010), and the translation of Mayra Santos-Febres' Boat People (2021). She is currently editing I Am My Own Path: A Bilingual Anthology of Julia de Burgos' Writings , which will make Burgos' prose and letters accessible for the first time. Analysis of her recent publications reveals sustained engagement with Caribbean literary iconography, bilingualism, and transnational feminist frameworks. Her work consistently bridges academic scholarship with community-focused initiatives, particularly through the CUNY-NYSIEB project on multilingual education and her editorial curation of Caribbean critical discourse. Through her management of Small Axe and the "Off the Page" series, Pérez-Rosario cultivates vital platforms for Caribbean writers and critical dialogue, extending her scholarly impact into public intellectual spaces and literary community building.

• Health Professions Education
• Healthcare Communication
• Patient-Centered Care
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Conor Gilligan is an academic at Bond University's Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine, specializing in health professions education, healthcare communication, and patient-centered approaches to improve health outcomes. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Newcastle (2008) and a BBioMed Sci (2004). His research focuses on behavior change, interprofessional education, and medical education, aiming to enhance healthcare experiences through effective communication. Currently accepting PhD students, he supervises projects on communication skills teaching, professional identity formation, and sensitive patient discussions. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, University of Newcastle (2008) BBioMed Sci, University of Newcastle (2004) Research Interests: Health Professions Education, Healthcare Communication, Patient-Centered Care, Public Health, Interprofessional Education, Medical Education. Key Contributions: Published widely on medical communication training, clinical skills assessment, and post-pandemic healthcare communication strategies. Actively involved in editorial roles for journals like Medical Teacher and Patient Education and Counseling . Supervision: Current PhD students include Elena Pascoe, Nicholas Bull, and Penelope Fotheringham, focusing on narrative feedback impacts, surgical coaching, and sexual health literacy. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the International Association for Communication in Healthcare and contributes to interdisciplinary healthcare education initiatives.

• Anglo-Irish Studies
• Women’s Literature and Drama
• Interdisciplinary Perspectives: Translation, Classics, and Cultural Analysis
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Wanda Balzano is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Wake Forest University and Founding Chair of the Department of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. She holds a PhD from University College Dublin (National University of Ireland), along with multiple MA and BA degrees from Istituto Universitario Orientale in Naples, Italy. Her research focuses on Anglo-Irish Studies, Women’s Literature, and interdisciplinary cultural analysis, particularly exploring Italian influences on English literature and gender studies in film and art. Her scholarly work includes edited volumes such as Writing Exile: Women, the Arts, and Technologies (2013) and Irish Postmodernisms and Popular Culture (2007). She teaches courses ranging from British literature to feminist leadership and transnational gender studies, including ACE-designated community engagement courses like Inclusive Public Spaces . Dr. Balzano’s academic leadership includes founding and chairing the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies department, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary feminist scholarship and institutional development. She has also collaborated on special journal issues and international academic projects.

Laura J. Burtonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gender Issues in Sport
• Leadership in Sport Organizations
• Sport Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Laura J. Burton is a Professor and Department Head in the Department of Educational Leadership at the University of Connecticut’s Neag School of Education. Her research focuses on gender issues in sport leadership, particularly exploring how stereotypes and discrimination impact women in sport organizations. She holds a Ph.D. in Social Science of Sport and Sport Management from the University of Connecticut (2002), an M.S. in Physical Education from Illinois State University (1995), and a B.S. in Biology from Fairfield University (1992). Her work emphasizes leadership development, intersectionality in sport organizations, and strategies to address gender inequity. She has authored or co-edited influential books, including *Women in Sport Leadership: Research and Practice for Change* (2017) and *Sport Leadership in the 21st Century* (2019). Burton serves as an Associate Editor for the *Journal of Sport Management* and contributes to editorial boards in her field. Her publications analyze topics such as women’s experiences with workplace harassment in sports, institutional entrepreneurship by Black women leaders, and ethical leadership in intercollegiate sport. She has received the Outstanding Doctoral Student Researcher award from UConn (2002) and is actively involved in advancing gender equity through research and leadership development initiatives.

Fiona Rillottaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Inclusive Education
• Intellectual Disability
• Family Quality of Life
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Fiona Rillotta is a Senior Lecturer in Disability and Community Inclusions at Flinders University's College of Nursing and Health Sciences. She holds a PhD in Psychology and a Bachelor of Social Science (Honours). Her research focuses on inclusive education for people with intellectual disability (ID), family quality of life, and community inclusion. Notably, she received the 2017 Vice-Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching and the 2007 Australasian Research Prize for innovative contributions to ID research. Her work spans over 20 years, including mentoring adults with ID in university settings, evaluating disability programs, and promoting LGBTQ+ inclusion. She supervises three PhD students and collaborates internationally, serving on executive committees for the IASSIDD's Inclusive Education and Quality of Life research groups. Fiona's research also addresses ageing family carers of people with ID, particularly among Italian and Greek migrant communities in Australia. Key Research Themes: Inclusive higher education, social networks of adults with ID, disability awareness, and self-advocacy. Publications: Over 45 peer-reviewed articles, including studies on online learning during the pandemic and the impact of social media training for people with ID. Awards: 2017 Vice-Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching 2007 Australasian Research Prize Her advocacy extends to policy development and inclusive research practices, co-authoring frameworks for collaborative research with people with ID. Fiona's work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 4 (Quality Education) and Goal 10 (Reduced Inequalities).

• Social Psychology of Digital Media
• Sexuality
• Mental Health & Wellbeing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Daniel Miller is a Lecturer in Psychology at James Cook University, specializing in the social psychology of digital media, sexuality, and mental health. He holds a PhD from James Cook University (2019) and is an Early Career Researcher actively involved in research on pornography's societal impacts and deepfake detection. His editorial roles include membership on the boards of Asian Journal of Social Psychology and Psychology & Sexuality . Research Groups: International Sex Survey (42-nation collaboration), JCU Digital Wellbeing Group Teaching: Coordinates PY2107 (Experimental Studies) and PY3106 (History of Psychology) His research spans cross-cultural studies of sexuality, mental health during pandemics, and educational innovations in statistics teaching. Notable grants include developing a 'Bonus Chats' podcast series (2024) and a psychology resource library (2024). Awards: Inclusive Practice Award (2017), ECR Open Access Champion (2020, 2022). He is affiliated with APA Divisions 2 & 26 and the Australasian Society for Computers in Learning in Tertiary Education.

Donna Chambersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural Heritage Tourism
• Gender Intersectionality
• Black Feminism
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Donna Chambers is a leading scholar at Northumbria University's School of Design Arts and Creative Industries, specializing in critical tourism studies. She joined Northumbria in September 2022 after establishing the Interdisciplinary Research Network on Race, Class and Ethnicity (RaCE) at the University of Sunderland, with prior academic appointments at the Universities of Surrey and Edinburgh Napier. Her research centers on cultural heritage representations , gender-race intersectionality through Black feminist frameworks, and postcolonial/decolonial theorizing in tourism contexts. Chambers employs innovative visual and qualitative methodologies to examine power dynamics in tourism discourse, with particular focus on marginalized communities and epistemological decolonization. Chambers' recent publications reveal evolving research trajectories: from foundational work on heritage discourse construction (2021) to cutting-edge studies on neurodivergent travelers (2024) and migration-hospitality intersections (2025). Her scholarship consistently bridges critical theory with practical advocacy , addressing gender-based violence in academia, deaf tourism accessibility, and sustainable tourism through intersectional lenses. As Associate Editor for Annals of Tourism Research and former Managing Editor for Leisure Studies , she shapes scholarly discourse while serving as external ethics committee member for the University of Oxford (2013-2021). Chambers actively advocates for equity, anti-racism, and anti-discrimination across academic and tourism sectors. Passionate advocate for equity and anti-discrimination in academia External member, Oxford University Research Ethics Committee (2013-2021) Associate Editor, Annals of Tourism Research Former Managing Editor, Leisure Studies Established RaCE interdisciplinary research network at Sunderland Her leadership extends to PhD supervision on Black feminism, decolonial theory, and heritage representation. Chambers' work contributes significantly to UN Sustainable Development Goals through critical examinations of cultural equity and inclusive tourism development.

Erika M. Nelson Mukherjeeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• German Studies
• Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies
• Narrative Medicine
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Erika M. Nelson Mukherjee is an Associate Professor of German Studies and Director of the Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies program at Union College. Her work bridges academic and interdisciplinary realms, emphasizing the intersection of literature, culture, and social issues. She holds a B.A. in English and Comparative Literature (Classics, German, French) from Oberlin College, a Graduate Certificate in Narrative Medicine from Columbia University, and M.A. degrees in Germanic Languages and Literatures from The University of Texas at Austin and in Psychology of Education from Teachers College Columbia University. Her Ph.D. in Germanic Studies is also from The University of Texas at Austin. Her research interests span Transnational German-Language Poetry and Film , Narrative Medicine , studies of Rainer Maria Rilke and Doris Dörrie , Modern Retellings of Myth in German culture, Buddhism and Spirituality , and Transformative Learning . She explores how artistic mediums like poetry and cinema reflect cultural, psychological, and transformative themes, particularly through lenses of gender and transnationalism. Her publications analyze diverse topics, including East Asian encounters in German cinema, urban landscapes post-reunification, and pedagogical strategies using film. These works highlight her engagement with cultural intersections and critical theory. Recipient of the GSWS Minerva Prize 2019 , she actively contributes to academic and creative communities. Her teaching and advising focus on German language, literature, and global citizenship, integrating eco-feminism and narrative medicine into her curriculum design. She leads Union College's Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies program, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and research initiatives in this field.

Laura J. Gurakمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Rhetorical Dynamics of Human Communication
• Internet Studies
• Social Aspects of Computing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Laura J. Gurak holds a Ph.D. in Communication and Rhetoric from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. She is a Professor in the Department of Writing Studies at the University of Minnesota, where she also served as the founding chair from 2007 to 2016. Her work focuses on the intersection of rhetoric, technology, and trust in digital environments. Key areas include technical communication, science communication, and the socio-psychological aspects of online interaction. Her educational background includes a B.A. in Public Communication (1989), M.A. in Technical Communication (1990), and Ph.D. in Communication and Rhetoric (1994), all from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. She has authored influential books such as Cyberliteracy (2001) and Technical Communication (2024, co-authored with John M. Lannon). Gurak’s research explores ethos construction in digital spaces, trust in online communities, and the rhetorical dynamics of technological discourse. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with applied studies, including analyses of internet activism, e-health communication, and the ethics of technical writing in the digital age. She has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed articles and edited volumes. Her academic leadership includes roles in curriculum development for technical communication education, emphasizing digital literacy and visual communication. She has pioneered studies on privacy in internet-based research, particularly in health-related contexts like the Men’s INTernet Sex (MINTS) Study. Gurak’s research has been supported by grants focusing on technical communication pedagogy, digital rhetoric, and interdisciplinary program development. She is actively involved in professional organizations and serves as a reviewer for major journals in rhetoric and technical communication.

Tiffany Russellمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Violence Perpetration Risk
• Personality Pathology
• LGBTQ+ Mental Health
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tiffany Russell is an Assistant Professor and Joyce and Aqueil Ahmad Endowed Scholar in the Department of Psychology at the University of North Dakota. Her research focuses on violence perpetration risk, personality pathology, and LGBTQ+ mental health. She holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from UND (2019) and completed postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical School/McLean Hospital. Key affiliations include UND's Behavioral Health Initiative and the VIP Lab, which investigates forensic assessment, substance misuse, and juror perceptions of testimony. Education: B.A. Psychology and Forensic Science, University of Central Oklahoma (2013) M.A. Clinical Psychology, University of North Dakota (2016) PhD Clinical Psychology, University of North Dakota (2019) Predoc Internship: McLean Hospital Behavioral Health Program (2018) Postdoc Fellowship: Fernside Recovery Program (Substance Use Disorders, 2020) Research Interests: Assessment of the Alternative Model for Personality Disorders (AMPD) LGBTQIA+ mental health treatment outcomes Violence risk prediction in forensic contexts Forensic evaluation practices Psychology of aggression and sadism Lab Activities: The VIP Lab (Violence, Identity, & Personality) explores externalizing behaviors, juror testimony perception, and LGBTQ+ mental health through five core domains. Current projects include validating dimensional personality models for forensic use and studying juror bias in legal cases involving psychological testimony. Grants & Awards: While no specific awards are listed, her endowed scholar title reflects recognition for scholarly promise. Active grants likely support her work on forensic assessment methodologies and LGBTQ+ health disparities.