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Melanie White is a sociologist specializing in classical and contemporary social theory. Holding a PhD from Carleton University in Ottawa, she teaches in the Sociology program within the School of Social Sciences at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). Melanie's recent research focuses on competing ideas of sympathy that have shaped sociological development since the 19th century in France, engaging with social theorists such as Émile Durkheim and Michel Foucault. She examines the intersections of habit, creativity, and the ordinary, and is committed to rediscovering forgotten thinkers to inform contemporary social theory. Her work has appeared in high-ranking journals like Body & Society and Journal of Classical Sociology, and she co-edited the book 'Bergson, Politics, Religion' for Duke University Press. Alongside her academic role, Melanie has been recognized for her leadership in education, receiving several prestigious awards, including Vice-Chancellor's Awards and fellowships. She also serves as an Adjunct Research Professor at Carleton University, contributing to the understanding of the socio-political thought of Henri Bergson and exploring the relations between human and non-human animals.
University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia
Teaching Sociology program and contributing to research and departmental leadership.
Carleton University • Ottawa, Canada
Engaged in research and supervision within the Department of Sociology and Anthropology.
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