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Nick Mayhew is a Lecturer in Russian at the University of Glasgow, having joined from his previous role as a Stipendiary Lecturer in Russian at the University of Oxford and serving as an Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Slavic Languages and Literatures at Stanford University. He holds a PhD in Slavonic Studies from the University of Cambridge. His research delves into queerness within Russophone Church Slavonic cultures, particularly examining how culture, history, and religion can be manipulated to fuel discrimination against sexual minorities. A queer individual residing in Moscow, Nick has experienced the effects of the law prohibiting 'propaganda of non-traditional sexual relations' firsthand. He is dedicated to challenging the dominant narratives in Russophone culture, especially in the context of the Russian Orthodox Church, and aims to illuminate the rich, yet often overlooked, queer heritage in scholarly discussions. With a focus on how sexual minorities navigate their cultural and religious traditions, he is particularly interested in exploring queerness within conservative and heteronormative contexts. Nick actively supervises graduate students focusing on gender and sexuality in Russophone contexts and participates in various academic endeavors that promote dialogue around LGBTQ+ history and culture.
University of Glasgow • Glasgow, Scotland
Teaching various courses related to Russian language and culture.
University of Oxford • Oxford, England
Lectured on Russian language and literature.
Stanford University • Stanford, California
Conducted research in Slavic Languages and Literatures.