جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jennifer Wingardمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Rhetoric
• Composition
• Pedagogy
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Jennifer Wingard is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at the University of Houston’s College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, specializing in Rhetoric, Composition, and Pedagogy. She is a faculty affiliate of the Women’s Studies Program and has contributed to curriculum design, including the Ph.D. concentration in Rhetoric, Composition, and Pedagogy. Education: PhD in Composition and Cultural Rhetoric from Syracuse University MA and BA in English from California State University, Sacramento Her research focuses on 20th Century Rhetorical Theory , Transnational Feminist Theory , and Neoliberalism , analyzing how global neoliberal economics shape civic and democratic discourses, particularly in relation to gendered bodies and marginalized communities. Her publications include the monograph Branded Bodies, Rhetoric, and the Neoliberal Nation-State (2013) and co-edited volumes on neoliberalism and rhetoric. She is currently working on a second monograph, Texas We Have a Problem , examining legislative assaults on gendered bodies in Texas. Wingard’s scholarship appears in journals like Reflections , JAC , and Rhetoric Society Quarterly , with a focus on neoliberal urbanism , political branding , and transnational feminist frameworks . She has been cited as an expert in media outlets such as NPR , The New York Times , and The Washington Post . Affiliations: American Studies Association Conference on College Composition and Communication Modern Language Association National Women’s Studies Association Rhetoric Society of America

Bethy Leonardiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Gender and Sexual Diversity in Education
• Queer Theory in Education
• Educational Policy Implementation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Bethy Leonardi serves as Associate Professor in the Educational Foundations, Policy, and Practice program within the University of Colorado Boulder School of Education. She co-founded and co-directs A Queer Endeavor, a nationally recognized queer-run initiative advancing gender and sexual diversity in educational settings through deep partnerships with school districts and communities. Her educational background includes: PhD in Educational Foundations, Policy & Practice, University of Colorado Boulder (2014) MA in Educational Foundations, Policy & Practice, University of Colorado Boulder (2007) BA in English Education, Nicholls State University (1996) Leonardi's research critically examines how compulsory public school systems affirm, include, deny, or silence queer identities through policy-practice relationships. She investigates how educators disrupt cis-heteronormative school ecologies by 'tilling the soil' for transformative policies that create schools proactively ready for LGBTQ+ youth rather than merely reactive to crises. Her scholarship emphasizes healing institutional harm through anti-oppressive frameworks rooted in queer, critical, and transformative pedagogies. Analysis of her publications reveals consistent focus on policy implementation challenges, educator transformation processes, and trans-affirming administrative practices within K-12 systems. Her work bridges theoretical queer frameworks with actionable strategies for dismantling heteronormativity in school cultures, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary connections between education policy, gender studies, and social justice pedagogy. Her scientific recognition includes: Best Should Teach Gold Award Kalpana Chawla Award President’s Diversity Award (all from CU Boulder) Leonardi's community-based work through A Queer Endeavor involves direct collaboration with school districts to develop humanizing practices and resources that move beyond basic safety toward authentic inclusion for LGBTQ+ youth, families, and staff. Her teaching philosophy centers on education as 'a practice of freedom' through learning communities emphasizing self-reflexivity, vulnerability, and actionable social change. A Queer Endeavor functions as her primary research and outreach hub, operating as a grassroots initiative that directly informs her scholarship through community-engaged partnerships focused on systemic transformation of school ecologies.

Shawn Trenell O'Nealمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Critical Race and Ethnic Studies
• Ethnomusicology
• Africana Studies
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Dr. Shawn Trenell O'Neal serves as Assistant Teaching Professor and Director of Community Engagement Internships in the Department of Ethnic Studies at the University of Colorado Boulder's College of Arts and Sciences. He holds additional roles as Executive Committee Member of the Center for African & African American Studies (CAAAS), Assistant Director of The Laboratory for Ritual Arts & Pedagogy (RAP LAB), and Faculty Member at the Renée Crown Wellness Institute. His research spans critical race theory, ethnomusicology, and social justice frameworks. Key interests include: Audio Intersectionality (his original theoretical framework) Queer and trans of color critique Women of color feminisms Colonization and settler colonialism studies Performance as resistance Dr. O'Neal's publications demonstrate interdisciplinary reach across academic journals, digital education platforms, and performance art. His work consistently bridges theoretical rigor with community engagement, particularly through hip-hop pedagogy and sound-based activism. Notable outputs include his 2023 dissertation on Audio Intersectionality and multiple anti-racism courses on Coursera. Scientific recognition includes: CAAAS Dissertation Completion Fellowship (2022-2023) Contributions to Oxford Bibliographies in Sociology Routledge Handbook of Pan-Africanism publication As Director of Community Engagement Internships, he connects academic theory with grassroots activism. His leadership in the RAP LAB and Renée Crown Wellness Institute focuses on healing-centered pedagogy through hip-hop education. Performance works like "Pulsing Equis" and turntablist reinterpretations of films (e.g., Fritz Lang's Metropolis) demonstrate his commitment to decolonial artistic practice.

• Physical Education
• Didactics of Body Expression
• Gender Studies
• +۲ مورد دیگر

ELENA LOPEZ CAÑADA is a Lecturer at the Department of Physical Education within the Faculty of Teacher Training at Universitat de València. She is affiliated with the research group AFES Physical Activity, Education, and Society , focusing on didactics of body expression and inclusive physical education practices. Doctoral graduate (2018) from Universitat de València Thesis: "La actividad física y el deporte en personas trans: participación, motivos y factores socioecológicos" Her research explores the intersection of gender diversity , physical activity participation, and socioecological barriers in sports contexts, contributing to pedagogical frameworks for inclusive education. Collaborated with Dr. José Devís Devís and Dr. Víctor Pérez Samaniego during her doctoral studies.

Eva Linghedeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Sport Management
• Gender Studies
• Human-Animal Studies
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Eva Linghede is a Lecturer at GIH (Gymnastik- och idrottshögskolan), affiliated with the Department of Movement, Culture and Society within the Section for Sport Management. She holds a PhD in Sport Science (Fil. dr i idrottsvetenskap). Her research focuses on intersectional analyses in sports contexts, including trans* athlete inclusion, human-horse relational dynamics, and institutional critiques within sport systems. Education : PhD in Sport Science Research Interests : Linghede explores gender/queer theory applications in sports coaching, socio-ecological dimensions of human-animal partnerships (e.g., horseback riding cultures), and systemic critiques of sport governance structures. She employs critical theoretical frameworks to interrogate power dynamics in recreational and competitive sport environments. Publications Overview : Her work spans academic articles and a comprehensive doctoral thesis, addressing topics like transgender athlete representation, equine-human socio-cultural interfaces, and institutional critiques of sport systems. Recent research emphasizes methodological innovation in sport science through interdisciplinary approaches. Awards : No scientific awards explicitly mentioned. Grants/Advising : No grants or student advising records provided in available texts. Labs/Teams : Affiliations with sport management research groups at GIH implied but not explicitly detailed.

Natalie Barker-Ruchtiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sport Science
• Women's Artistic Gymnastics
• Athlete Wellbeing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Natalie Barker-Ruchti is an Associate Professor in Sport Management and Coaching at Örebro University, affiliated with the School of Health Sciences and Department of Health Sciences. She holds a PhD in Human Movement Studies (2007, University of Queensland) alongside prior degrees from New Zealand institutions. Her research focuses on elite athlete learning, gender dynamics in sport, and systemic abuse in women’s artistic gymnastics (WAG). Central to her work is the #gymnastalliance project, examining global athlete disclosures of abuse, which influenced Swiss sports reforms via the Rudin Cantieni Report and media exposure in outlets like New York Times . Teaching emphasizes ethics, sustainability, and pedagogical innovation in sport management/coaching programs. She supervises across academic levels and leads the International Socio-Cultural research group on Women's Artistic Gymnastics (ISCWAG) . Collaborative networks include SafeSport Sweden, Reshape research group, and Gymnasts for Change . Research environments include the Center for Violence Studies (CVS). Notable projects address fat-shaming in coaching, dual-career athlete pathways, and sustainable elite sport practices. Her work bridges historical analysis (e.g., 1926 Women’s Olympic Games) with modern challenges, advocating for athlete wellbeing and systemic change. Publications span sociology of sport, coaching ethics, and trauma-informed research methodologies. Key themes include gender-based violence prevention, leadership dynamics, and interdisciplinary injury research.

• Sociology
• Gender Studies
• Queer Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Avery Tompkins is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at Transylvania University, with a Ph.D. in Sociology from Syracuse University (2011). Their research focuses on qualitative methods, gender/sexuality studies, queer theory, and digital technologies' impact on social identity. They teach courses such as Gender and Society, Transgender Identities, and Research Methods. Tompkins has published in journals like Transgender Studies Quarterly and The Journal of Homosexuality , emphasizing intersectional analyses of identity, activism, and social structures. Academic Background: Ph.D., Sociology, Syracuse University, 2011 C.A.S., Women’s Studies, Syracuse University, 2007 M.A., Sociology, Syracuse University, 2004 B.A., Sociology and Psychology, University of Wisconsin—Eau Claire, 2003 Research Interests: Qualitative ethnography and pedagogical innovation Queer studies, transgender identities, and everyday resistance Sociology of digital technologies and social media Rurality, recreation, and embodied identity Professional Engagements: Recent presentations include discussions on LGBTQI inclusivity in legal/social work education (2016) and digital technologies' societal impacts (2019). No grants or awards explicitly listed, but their work emphasizes collaborative activism and community-focused scholarship.

Amney Castanedaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Multicultural Counseling
• LGBTQ+ Populations
• Transgender and Non-binary populations
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Amney Castaneda, Ph.D., is a Full Professor and Department Chair for Professional Counseling & Human Services Leadership at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. She also serves as Graduate Program Coordinator for Professional Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Coordinator. Her roles include teaching in the Women and Gender Studies Department's LGBTQ Certificate program. Employed since September 2008, she holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education from Auburn University (2008). Her research focuses on Multicultural Counseling, LGBTQ+ populations, transgender/non-binary identities, racial identity, white privilege, and supervision. She actively participates in committees such as the College of Education and Human Services' Inclusive Excellence Committee (since 2014) and the UWO North American Graves Protection and Repatriation Committee. Nationally, she served as past president of the Association of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling (ALGBTIC) and co-chairs community support groups like OUT and BiPanPoly. No specific articles are listed in the provided text. Awards or grants are not mentioned. She coordinates counseling practicum/internship programs and teaches courses including Professional Identity and Ethics, Social and Cultural Foundations in Counseling, and WAGS: Trans and Nonbinary Lives. Her community engagement includes SAFE training, Trans Safe Training, and involvement in the LGBTQ Advocacy Council, Campus Pride Index Taskforce, and TransAction Committee.

Chris Pepin-Neffمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Public Policy
• Environmental Policy
• LGBTQ Rights
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Chris Pepin-Neff (they/them) serves as an Associate Professor of Public Policy at the University of Sydney, Australia. Holding a Ph.D. in Public Policy from the same institution, they are recognized for scholarly contributions including the books Flaws: Shark Bites and Emotional Public Policymaking and LGBTQ Lobbying in the United States . Their research critically examines intersections of public sentiment and policy formation, with primary focus areas in environmental policy (particularly human-shark interactions and marine conservation) and LGBTQ rights advocacy . They investigate how emotional narratives shape legislative outcomes, as evidenced by analyses of shark-bite policymaking and trans-inclusive legislation. Current work addresses moral panics targeting marginalized youth and their societal ripple effects. No scientific awards, student mentorship records, or laboratory affiliations were documented in the source material. Their public commentary in outlets like Scientific American demonstrates applied policy engagement, notably in pieces addressing cultural perceptions of sharks and anti-trans legislation.

• Academic Literacies
• Neurodiversity
• Neuroqueer Studies
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Frey Parkes is an Adjunct Lecturer at UniSQ College (Pathways) , University of Southern Queensland. They hold a PhD, PGCertLearnDev, and BA(Hons) from USQ, with a focus on academic literacies and inclusive pedagogies. Education: BA(Hons), University of Southern Queensland PGCertLearnDev, University of Southern Queensland PhD, University of Southern Queensland Research Interests: Frey specializes in neurodiversity and neuroqueer studies, advocating for inclusive practices in higher education. Their work addresses supporting autistic students, teaching culturally and linguistically diverse populations, digital-age literacy, and the integration of artificial intelligence in pedagogy. They also explore critical pedagogies and trans/gay/queer/non-binary studies. Professional Memberships and Affiliations: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Australian Tertiary Education Network on Disability (Associate) Australian Association for Research in Education Alliance for Neurodiversity & Disability in GLAMR Professions Australia Inc. National Association of Enabling Educators of Australia They are affiliated with the Institute for Resilient Regions at USQ. Administrative Roles: Frey co-convenes the UniSQ Disability Network and participates in assessment and learning and teaching support committees. They also chair the AI Reading Group at the college.

Akae Wrightمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Black Feminism
• Abolition
• Carceral Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Akae Wright is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies and affiliated with American Studies at The George Washington University. They are a Jamaican first-generation Black feminist healer-scholar whose work bridges academia, activism, and communal care. Their research is deeply rooted in Black feminist thought, queer and trans studies, carceral studies, and healing justice . Dr. Wright investigates how Black communities, particularly queer and trans individuals, resist and thrive amid systemic oppression and carceral violence. Their scholarship emphasizes embodied practices, spiritual resilience, and digital spaces as sites of abolitionist praxis and communal flourishing. Dr. Wright's publications reflect a powerful interdisciplinary engagement across communication, gender studies, digital humanities, and American studies. Their recent work analyzes podcasts like How to Survive the End of the World , carceral narratives, and ancestral Caribbean resistance, highlighting trends in digital healing ecologies, embodied abolition, and feminist genealogies of care . Notable scientific awards include: Black Feminist Studies Postdoctoral Fellowship, Northeastern University (2022–2024) Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowship (2021–2022) Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies' Award for Pedagogy and Teaching Excellence in Feminist Studies (2021) Leadership in Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity (LEID) Fellowship (2020–2021) Dr. Wright advises on abolitionist pedagogy and community-based research. Their teaching includes courses such as Queer Politics , Black Women in the Twenty-First Century , and Feminist Abolition Studies . While no formal lab is mentioned, their work is situated within collaborative networks focused on healing justice, digital activism, and Black feminist praxis.

• Conflict Resolution
• Northern Ireland Politics
• Religion and Politics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Duncan Morrow is a Professor at Ulster University , affiliated with the Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences and the Social Work and Social Policy Research department. He currently serves as Director of Community Engagement, fostering relationships with community groups across Northern Ireland. Conflict Resolution Northern Ireland Politics Religion and Politics Application of Rene Girard's Mimetic Theory His recent research explores ontological security in frontier societies, sectarianism in Ireland and Scotland, and the decline of reconciliation efforts post-1998. He examines peacebuilding mechanisms, community cohesion, and the impact of public policies on divided societies. Morrow's publications include analyses of peace walls, pandemic economic impacts, and theological perspectives on conflict. He actively participates in academic events like the Peace Summit 2023 and Urban Universities as Catalysts symposium, while collaborating on projects such as EPIC Futures NI to address economic inactivity through partnership. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to social justice and inclusive communities. As a professor, he maintains full-time status and continues to shape discourse around conflict transformation and community engagement in divided societies.

• Education Policy
• Educational Inequality
• Social Inequality
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Jo Bishop is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Education at the University of Huddersfield, within the School of Business, Education and Law. She is a member of the Huddersfield Centre for Research in Education and Society (HudCRES) and actively supervises PhD students. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to quality education and reduced inequalities. Her research interests include education policy, educational and social inequality, youth employment, inclusion in schools, and the role of paraprofessionals in secondary education. She employs ethnographic and historical methods to examine the experiences of young people, particularly those at risk of becoming NEET (Not in Employment, Education or Training), and explores alternative education provisions and mentoring interventions. Her work also addresses gender and trans* issues in formal education. Her recent publications focus on the mental health implications for NEET youth, the mapping of early intervention programs across England, and a critical analysis of educational paraprofessionals within performative school cultures. These works reflect a strong interdisciplinary approach combining sociology, policy analysis, and educational theory. Jo Bishop is actively involved in the 'Mapping the provision of NEET early interventions in England' (MINE) research project (2021–2026), collaborating with colleagues on national-level research involving local authorities. She has delivered multiple oral presentations and provided consultancy on NEET-related research and stakeholder engagement. She has contributed to policy discussions through commissioned reports and expert media commentary, including on youth engagement and urban experiences. Her research has been disseminated through books, peer-reviewed articles, and chapters, with an emerging impact in the field of educational sociology and youth policy.

Alun Williamsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genetics of physical performance
• Injury risk in athletes
• Sex categories in sport
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Alun Williams is a leading expert in Sport and Exercise Genomics at Manchester Metropolitan University, with honorary positions at University College London and Swansea University. His research investigates genetic determinants of elite athletic performance, injury resistance, and sex category eligibility policies in sports, particularly focusing on rugby and endurance running. Current affiliations: Manchester Metropolitan University (Institute of Sport), University College London (Honorary Senior Research Associate), Swansea University (Honorary Research Fellow) Research focus: elite athlete genetics, concussion risk, testosterone's role in performance, DSD/transgender athlete eligibility His recent publications examine polygenic injury resistance profiles, concussion-associated gene variants, and ethical implications of genetic testing in sports. He has served as expert witness in the Caster Semenya sports arbitration case and frequently advises sports governing bodies on policy matters. Scientific awards: Fellow of British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Fellow of The Physiological Society Available for PhD supervision in human performance, physiology, or genetics with sport/exercise components

Kimberly Balsamمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• LGBTQ Psychology
• Gender Diversity
• Trauma and Stress Resilience
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Kimberly Balsam, PhD is a Professor at Palo Alto University, where she serves as Director of the LGBTQ Area of Emphasis and the Center for LGBTQ Evidence-Based Applied Research (CLEAR). She has held academic roles at the University of Washington School of Social Work (2007-2012) and maintains active clinical practice in cognitive behavioral therapy and couples therapy. Education: PhD in Clinical Psychology, University of Vermont (2003) MS in Counseling Psychology, University of Oregon (1994) BA in Psychology, University of Oregon (1991) Research & Clinical Interests: Her work centers on the health and well-being of LGBTQ populations, emphasizing trauma, minority stress, and intersectionality. Current projects include the Compassion Cultivation Training with LGBTQ adults, transgender parenting, and gender diversity studies. She leads the RISE lab, focusing on intersectional experiences of sexual and gender minorities. Recent Publication Trends: Her recent peer-reviewed articles explore LGBTQ health disparities, relationship dynamics, mental health interventions, and gender minority stress. Subfields include same-sex marriage implications, health literacy, trans community connectedness, and longitudinal studies of legal recognition. Scientific Awards: Distinguished Scientific Contribution Award, APA Division 44 (2010) Fellow, APA Division 44 Grants & Leadership: Continuously funded by NIH since 2003, she received an R01 grant for a 10-year longitudinal study on couple well-being (R01HD069370). She served as Past President of APA Division 44 and co-chairs its Task Force on Racism.