Dr. Rachel Yuen Collingridge

Biography

Rachel Yuen-Collingridge is an Associate Lecturer in the Department of History and Archaeology at Macquarie University. Her academic expertise centers on the intersection of ancient and modern worlds, focusing on how knowledge is created, shared, managed, and preserved in various communities. She researches cultural and religious systems in 7th-century Greece and Late Antique Egypt, emphasizing the dynamics of textuality and authenticity in many historical contexts. Her work also delves into papyrus manuscripts, exploring the scribal practices that shape their content, format, and reception. She is particularly interested in how technologies of knowledge affect community practices and the implications of these interactions for historical narratives. Her notable projects include postdoctoral research on ancient Egyptian papyri and ongoing investigations into the role of magical papyri in identity and multiculturalism. With a commitment to ethics in cultural heritage studies, she actively participates in seminars and discussions aimed at developing sound practices for historical research and public engagement. Additionally, Rachel Yuen-Collingridge has received recognition for her transformative teaching methods and support of diverse learning pathways, earning the Faculty of Arts Teaching Excellence Award in 2023.

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