Research Assistant: Living kollektiv – Cartographies of the Nordic Residential Commune in Copenhagen
Building Community: Experiments in Communal Living in Denmark
This course examines these diverse forms of alternative living, focusing on how Danish design, planning, and social ideals have been used to foster togetherness and happiness.
Research Assistant: Agenda of Alternative Political Movements in Europe and Their Transatlantic Impact
Before Hollywood’s studio system emerged, the American film industry flourished on the East Coast, maintaining vibrant exchanges with European cinema. The silent era offered women surprisingly extensive opportunities in filmmaking – from celebrated directors like Alice Guy-Blaché and Lois Weber to countless other contributors whose stories remain hidden.
This project recovers these lost narratives by examining cinema’s gender dynamics within the broader context of women’s changing labor patterns during industrialization. Rather than treating film as an isolated industry, this research aims to map…
Research Assistant: Investigating Women’s Labor Migrations in the Early Film Industry
Before Hollywood’s studio system emerged, the American film industry flourished on the East Coast, maintaining vibrant exchanges with European cinema. The silent era offered women surprisingly extensive opportunities in filmmaking – from celebrated directors like Alice Guy-Blaché and Lois Weber to countless other contributors whose stories remain hidden.
This project recovers these lost narratives by examining cinema’s gender dynamics within the broader context of women’s changing labor patterns during industrialization. Rather than treating film as an isolated industry, this research aims to map…
Game On: Cultural Impact of Games
The gaming industry is booming with casual, serious, and social games from World of Warcraft and League of Legends to Fortnite, Minecraft, and Candy Crush. This course explores how we play games to relax and have fun, but also how they serve as spaces for community, education, and activism, sometimes even bullying or radicalization.
Drawing on communication theory and cultural studies, we will analyze game genres including arcade, first-person shooter, multiplayer role-playing, educational, and virtual world experiences. We will explore the Scandinavian gaming scene, one that is often challenging industry standards and cultural norms, and meet innovative companies such as…
Healing Gardens and Wellness Green Spaces
This course explores the role of healing gardens and wellness greenspaces in fostering physical, mental, and social wellbeing. The benefits of horticultural therapy are well documented, from PTSD treatment for veterans to sensory rehabilitation for those with neurological injuries or dementia, to psychological support for cancer patients. Healing gardens can also support caregivers and families, reducing stress and improving mental health for everyone, as well as…
Anatomy and Physiology for Pre-Med Studies
This course offers an in-depth exploration of human anatomy and physiology, focusing on key systems and functions critical for medical studies. Through engaging lectures, use of VR for better understanding and visualization, and case-based learning, students will study the structure and function of the body’s major systems, including the cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, musculoskeletal, and endocrine systems.
Special emphasis is placed on understanding physiological processes, homeostasis, and…
Climate Change and the City: Responsive Planning
As the climate crisis intensifies, cities are on the frontlines – cutting emissions, adapting to impacts, and rethinking how they grow. This course examines how urban areas across Europe integrate climate action into planning, exploring real-world cases and on-the-ground urban studies.
Education Policy in Scandinavia
Research Assistant: Explorations of True Crime Consumption Beyond the Female Fear Paradigm
True crime has evolved into a massively popular media genre, spanning books, podcasts, documentaries, and social media. Its appeal is especially notable among women, leading scholars to suggest it functions as a form of survival education — offering stories of danger, caution, and empowerment. These narratives often center female victims and allow audiences to engage with fears in a safe, controlled environment.
However, this prevailing explanation may overlook the complexity of true crime consumption. Academic and cultural discourse frequently pathologizes
