Professor Dr. Juliette Macdonald

Biography

Juliette MacDonald received her PhD from the University of St Andrews in 2003 and currently serves as the Chair of Craft History Theory at the Edinburgh College of Art. She is also the International Dean of the Shanghai International College of Fashion and Innovation, where she has played a critical role in fostering transnational education. Juliette's work focuses on the evolution of craft practices and the connections between craft, creativity, and identity. She collaborates extensively in the fields of design and material culture and has organized significant events such as the online International Festival Craft in 2021. As a co-editor of the book 'Styling Shanghai', she has contributed to various journals, articles, and reviews in the domain of Craft Heritage and Critical Studies. Her current PhD students are exploring topics related to craft design, heritage, and cultural identity, reflecting her dedication to advancing academic inquiry in these areas.

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