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William Whyte is a professor of social architectural history at St John's College, University of Oxford. His research focuses on the intersections of architecture and social history, particularly the role of institutions such as schools, universities, and churches within the built environment. Whyte's notable publications include 'Unlocking the Church,' exploring how Victorian architecture reflects social and spiritual life, and 'Redbrick: Social Architectural History Britain's Civic Universities,' which examines the evolution of higher education in Victorian Britain. He has supervised numerous doctoral students on topics spanning from architectural thought in 18th-century England to the political economy of country houses. In addition to his teaching and research, Whyte serves on several boards, such as the editorial board of the Oxford Review of Education, and plays a significant role as the Senior Responsible Owner for the Stephen Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, the largest capital project in the university's history.
University of Oxford • Oxford, ENG, GB
Teaching and researching social architectural history.
Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.