Dr. Barbara Read

Professor

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Biography

Barbara Read is a Professor of Education in the School of Education at the University of Glasgow, with a rich interdisciplinary background in history, social anthropology, and women's studies. She has held significant academic positions, including Senior Lecturer at Roehampton University and Research Fellow at the Institute of Policy Studies in Education, London Metropolitan University. Barbara has a PhD in Sociology from the University of Bristol and an MA in Women's Studies from the University of Kent at Canterbury. Her research explores gendered educational cultures, particularly focusing on student experiences in relation to academic culture, casualization, and peer interactions within universities. She is an editorial board member for several educational journals and has led various significant research projects regarding gender and STEM subjects. Her commitment to addressing educational inequalities is reflected in her involvement in numerous grants and initiatives aimed at enhancing equitable educational practices. Barbara's expertise lies at the intersection of gender, academic achievements, and social justice, helping to shed light on the complexities of student identities and experiences in higher education.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Education

2012-01-01 — Present

University of Glasgow • Glasgow, Scotland

Serving as the Professor of Education in the School of Education.

Senior Lecturer

2007-01-01 — 2012-01-01

Roehampton University • London, England

Delivered courses and contributed to the academic community in various capacities.

Research Fellow

2001-01-01 — 2007-01-01

Institute of Policy Studies in Education, London Metropolitan University • London, England

Conducted research in educational policies with an emphasis on gender issues.