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Alex Vasudevan joined the School of Geography and the Environment at the University of Oxford in January 2017. Previously, he taught at the University of Nottingham and Durham University. His academic journey includes a BA (Hons) and PhD from the University of British Columbia. His research interests lie at the intersection of cultural historical geography and urban studies, engaging with experimental artistic practices and grassroots social activism. Notably, his work explores political contestation within urban settings, utilizing a diverse range of methodologies, including archival research, ethnography, and participatory approaches. Over the past 15 years, Alex has conducted extensive fieldwork in Germany, particularly in Berlin, and has worked across Europe and North America. His scholarly contributions have been published in major interdisciplinary geography journals. Notable works include 'Autonomous City: History of Urban Squatting' and 'Metropolitan Preoccupations: Spatial Politics of Squatting in Berlin'. He is also an active contributor to platforms such as The Guardian and openDemocracy, with interests extending into housing insecurity and contemporary urban theory.
Christ Church, University of Oxford • Oxford, England
Responsible for teaching undergraduate students across various geographical topics.
School of Geography and the Environment • Oxford, England
Conduct lectures and supervise postgraduate students.
Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.