Publications
Sathish, C. (2023). ‘Investigating UK academics’ professional social media use: a qualitative analysis using the lenses of digital literacy, UTAUT and the concept of boundary work’, PhD thesis Middlesex University. Available at: https://repository.mdx.ac.uk/item/10yzv4
Online White Papers
Harzing A.W. & Sathish, C. (2023). The art of academic writing. Available at https://christasathish.com/the-art-of-academic-writing/
Almada, P., Caroleo, L., De Amicis, C., Giorgi, G., Kristensen, L.M., Sathish, C. and Teigeler, L. (2022). ‘The SEO effect: The optimised, the under-optimised and the un-optimised web’, Digital Methods Initiative. Available at: https://www.digitalmethods.net/Dmi/SummerSchool2022TheSEOeffect
Teaching & Learning Guides: Material and resources that support your teaching and learning practice
Sathish, C. (2022). ‘Social Media for Teaching How-To Guide’, Christasathish.com, Available at: https://christasathish.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/SocialMediaGuideForTeaching_V_13062022.pdf
I developed this guide focusing on the practical integration of specific social media tools and emphasising their practical application. The guide provides information about general features, main concerns, questions before you start, case studies, and useful links to various platform-specific resources.
Sathish, C. (2022). ‘Well-Being Activities for Teaching’, Christasathish.com, Available at: https://christasathish.com/teaching-experience/well-being-activities-for-teaching/
In this document, I present various well-being activities that I integrated into my teaching of undergraduate students. I aim to develop an awareness of societal issues as well as emphasising the need to take care of students’ physical and mental well-being.
Sathish, C. (2023).’A Guide To Interconnected Learning’, Christasathish.com, Available at: https://christasathish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/InterconnectedLearningGuide_29102023-1.pdf
This guide is a collection of my teaching approaches based on my ethos and values which reflect our being in the interconnected world. I have been inspired by Boix Mansilla and Jackson (2013) whose early research addresses the importance of developing students’ global competencies and the need to redefine learning for an interconnected world.
Positive Academia Resource Bulletins: Material and resources that enable you to contribute with small acts to crafting and cultivating a more positive academia.
Sathish, C. & Harzing A.W. (2023).’Crafting & Cultivating Positive Academia – Happiness is a good flow of life, Zeno, Christasathish.com, Available at: https://christasathish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Bulletin-Draft-1_06072023_Final_Version.pdf
Sathish, C. & Harzing A.W. (2023).’Crafting & Cultivating Positive Academia – We are all different, Christasathish.com, Available at: https://christasathish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/PositiveAcademia_Bulletin_2.pdf
Sathish, C. & Harzing A.W. (2023).’Crafting & Cultivating Positive Academia – Creativity in academia, Christasathish.com, Available at: https://christasathish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Bulletin-3-Positive-Academia.pdf
Sathish, C. & Harzing A.W. (2023).’Crafting & Cultivating Positive Academia – PGR Support, Christasathish.com, Available at: https://christasathish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Bulletin-4-Supporting-PGRs-March-2024.pdf
Media & Impact
I have been publishing blog posts (currently over 78 posts) as a tool for disseminating research, creating campaign awareness, reinforcing personal and professional development and supporting the engagement with broader audiences within and outside academia.
Inclusion in academia
Celebrating a Synergy of Passion: Reflecting on Three Years of (#)Positive Academia
As I take a moment to reflect on the last three years, my heart is filled with gratitude for the journey Anne-Wil Harzing and I have embarked upon together. Our collaboration has been a transformative, intertwined synergy of two academics at distinct stages of their...
When inclusion becomes exclusion: The problems of the label ‘disability networks’
When inclusion becomes exclusion: The problems of the label ‘disability networks’ In this reflective this blog post I aim to start the conversation of how ‘disability networks’ are labelled in universities. I am drawing on Armstrong’s (2010) book ‘the power of...
International Women’s Day 8th March 2024 “We are CYGNA” – the voices of our members
The voices of our CYGNA community come from around the world. Together, we are proudly growing as academics and exchanging knowledge and resources across borders. In total, nearly 40 countries are represented within in CYGNA. However, as 90% of our members work in a...
International Women’s Day 2024: Positive Actions that contribute to the Amplification of Women’s Voices
Women are still facing daily challenges and barriers ranging from childcare, family politics, male-dominated work environments, anxiety, professional and personal environments biased against women, lack of gender equality, and a lack of access to leadership positions....
The SWAN project
This project created two swans reflecting CYGNA’s equal, inclusive, collective identity and the diversity of the network and its members.This CYGNA project was led by Dr Christa Sathish and Dr Clarice Santos and funded by Dr Richard Berry, Head of School, School of...
Every Little Action Counts (#everylittleactioncounts)
Week 54 EveryLittleActionCounts: Creating Little Spaces of Comfort
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 54: Creating Little Spaces of Comfort We navigate our academic lives in a fast-paced, highly competitive environment where we are expected to perform at multiple levels and roles constantly. Creating a consistent, intentional comfort...
Week 53 EveryLittleActionCounts: Integrate well-being strategies to prevent burnout in academia
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 53: Integrate well-being strategies to prevent burnout in academia Academia often romanticises overwork, making burnout seem like an inevitable rite of academic journeys. However, it does not have to be that way – sustainable academic...
Week 52 EveryLittleActionCounts: Advocate for Work-Life Balance
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 52: Advocate for Work-Life Balance Work-life balance is essential for maintaining both personal well-being and professional productivity in academia. Advocating for this balance ensures that academics can thrive in their roles without...
Week 51 EveryLittleActionCounts: Share Feminist Practices and Values
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 51: Share Feminist Practices and Values Feminist practices and values challenge traditional power structures and promote equality, justice and inclusion within academic environments. By sharing and proactively integrating these...
Week 50: EveryLittleActionCounts – Centre Empathy in Conversations
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 50: Centre Empathy in Conversations Empathy is a crucial element in creating an academic environment that is supportive, respectful, and inclusive. By centering empathy in our conversations, we foster understanding and compassion,...
Week 49: EveryLittleActionCounts – Focusing on Building a Legacy in Academia
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 49: Focusing on Building a Legacy in Academia Building a legacy in academia is about creating a lasting impact through meaningful contributions that reach beyond individual achievements. A focus on legacy encourages scholars to prioritise...
Week 48: EveryLittleActionCounts – Challenge Gendered Assumptions
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 48: Challenge Gendered Assumptions Gender assumptions often shape expectations, behaviours, and opportunities in academic spaces, reinforcing stereotypes and limiting potential. Challenging these assumptions is critical for creating a...
Week 47: EveryLittleActionCounts – Focus on Empowerment, NOT Dependency
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 47: Focus on Empowerment, NOT Dependency In academia, fostering empowerment means equipping students and colleagues with the tools, confidence and opportunities they need to succeed on their own. Empowerment nurtures autonomy, resilience,...
Week 46: EveryLittleActionCounts – Encourage Ethical Leadership
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 46: Encourage Ethical Leadership Ethical leadership is essential in academia to ensure fairness, transparency, and integrity in decision-making. Leaders who prioritize ethics not only create a positive and inclusive culture but also set...
Week 45: EveryLittleActionCounts – Prioritize Long-Term Research Impact
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 45: Prioritize Long-Term Research Impact In the neoliberal academic setting, the focus on short-term gains such as publication counts, ranking and citations, often overshadow research with long-term societal value for the common good....
Fables of academia - The Academic Zoo (#feministacademia)
Week 18: Fables of Academia – The Empowered Owl
In the Academic Zoo, there was an owl who had long been revered for her wisdom. For years, she helped the other animals by providing them with answers and solving their problems. Over time, the animals became more dependent on her, seeking her guidance at every turn...
Week 17: Fables of Academia – The Garden of Rest
In the Academic Zoo, there was a secret garden known only to a select few. It was called The Garden of Rest – a place where knowledge flowed freely and without boundaries, where no one was judged for their unique ways of thinking. Unlike the rest of the zoo, where...
Week 16: Fables of Academia – The Snake’s Trail
In the heart of the Academic Zoo, there was a narrow path known as the Snake Trail. It was the fastest route to the top level of the zoo, where animals could enjoy the glorious sunrise above the clouds. A cunning snake, however, controlled it. The snake, with its...
Week 15: Fables of Academia – The Beavers’ Bridges
In the Academic Zoo, the beavers were known for their craftsmanship. They built intricate dams and sturdy bridges that connected every part of the zoo. Their work made life easier for all the animals, yet the zookeepers rarely noticed. “They’re just doing what comes...
Week 14: Fables of Academia – The Monkey’s Maze
In the Academic Zoo, the monkeys faced a grand challenge: a complex maze filled with puzzles and traps. At the centre of the maze were golden bananas, symbols of success and recognition. Some monkeys navigated the maze with ease, carrying maps drawn from years of...
Week 13: Fables of Academia – The Fire Ants’ Colony
In a quiet corner of the Academic Zoo, a colony of fire ants worked tirelessly. Their contributions were immense: tunnels that aerated the soil, structures that supported the ecosystem, and a network of labour that connected every corner of the zoo. But the...
The Fables of The Academic Zoo: Introducing our Illustrator – Kiran Abraham Stephen
To date we have illustrated our weekly LinkedIn fables taking advantage of the one-click AI culture to create images, but were never fully satisfied with the result. We have therefore decided it's time to find our way back to the traditional non-digital art of...
Week 12: Fables of Academia – The Elephant in the Room
At the heart of the Academic Zoo stood a large elephant named Equity. She was impossible to miss, her grey bulk filling the central courtyard. Yet, most of the animals pretended she wasn’t there. The lions roared about their achievements, the peacocks flaunted their...
Week 11: Fables of Academia – The Hedgehog’s Quills
In the Academic Zoo, the hedgehog was known for her sharp quills. She kept them raised at all times, wary of the larger animals who often pushed her aside or dismissed her ideas. “Why are you always so defensive?” the lions asked, circling her. “You should soften up,”...
Week 10: Fables of Academia – The Frogs’ Chorus
In the Academic Zoo, the frogs gathered every evening to sing in harmony. Their chorus conveyed messages of fairness, collaboration, and change-making. The larger animals, however, dismissed the frogs’ messages. “Too noisy”, grumbled the lions. “Unrefined”, scoffed...
Supporting the (Digital)Well-Being of Academics
Academics’ Well-Being Matters (1): Autonomy an Important Component of Digital Well-Being
Welcome to my new blog post series on Academics’ Well-Being Matters! In this blog post series, I initiate the discussion about the importance of academics’ well-being in increasingly platformised Higher Education Institutions. Carrigan and Jordan (2021, p.368) define...
Social media – caring in a shared-world (2): Authentic Identity
How can academics understand and develop an authentic (true) identity when using social media professionally? This is the second post in the series on Caring in a shared-world (see also Social media - caring in a shared-world (1): Self & others) providing insights...
Care For Others
This is the Year of Positive Academia (initiated by Anne-Wil Harzing).I am continuing to promote positivity #positivechange #positiveacademia#positivesharedworld #kindness #wellbeing #students #engagement #learning #teaching during the sessions with my third-year...
Social media – caring in a shared-world (1): Self & others
How can academics understand and develop care for others as well as self-care when using social networking sites professionally? This is the first post in the series on Caring in a shared-world providing insights based on Heidegger’s (1962) shared-world concept. Read...
Social media in academia: Using LinkedIn in a mixed-method research design
In this post, I will share some tips and tricks deriving from my experience of using LinkedIn in my PhD project. My research project follows a mixed-method, multilevel research design including one survey and six focus groups. Read more ...
Social Media in Academia: Using LinkedIn to promote your research
In this post, I will share some helpful tips and tricks to help you promote your research using LinkedIn. LinkedIn - a social media platform where jobs can be found, CVs managed, and careers developed - has evolved into a place filled with opportunities for...
PhD Wellness
#6 PhD Wellness
Welcome to the weekly PhD Wellness These mini-posts are intended to provide useful tips and tricks to keep you happy and healthy during your PhD journey! The challenge is to keep the 4 smiles up for the week and hopefully beyond! #positiveacademiaChange the...
#5 PhD Wellness
Welcome to the weekly PhD Wellness These mini-posts are intended to provide useful tips and tricks to keep you happy and healthy during your PhD journey! The challenge is to keep the 4 smiles up for the week and hopefully beyond! #positiveacademia...
#4 PhD Wellness
Welcome to the weekly PhD Wellness These mini-posts are intended to provide useful tips and tricks to keep you happy and healthy during your PhD journey! The challenge is to keep the 4 smiles up for the week and hopefully beyond! #positiveacademia...
#3 PhD Wellness
Welcome to the weekly PhD Wellness These mini-posts are intended to provide useful tips and tricks to keep you happy and healthy during your PhD journey! The challenge is to keep the 4 smiles up for the week and hopefully beyond! #positiveacademia...
#2 PhD Wellness
Welcome to the weekly PhD Wellness These mini-posts are intended to provide useful tips and tricks to keep you happy and healthy during your PhD journey! The challenge is to keep the 4 smiles up for the week and hopefully beyond! #positiveacademiaBoost your...
#1 PhD Wellness
Welcome to the weekly PhD Wellness These mini-posts are intended to provide useful tips and tricks to keep you happy and healthy during your PhD journey! The challenge is to keep the 4 smiles up for the week and hopefully beyond! #positiveacademiaWhat? More than one...
Academic Reviewing
Reflections on the completion of AMR’s Bridge Reviewer Program
“The Academy of Management Review’s Bridge Reviewer Program is an innovative program with a goal of expanding the pool of potential reviewers. Participants of this program complete self-guided learning modules on topics such as writing highly developmental reviews,...
Teaching for Positive Impact
Letter of Appreciation & Gratitude
Dear Dr Sathish, I am willing to express my heartfelt appreciation and gratitude for your time, effort and unwavering support! Your lectures are just fantastic, they are always diligently crafted enabling students to understand key concepts in 'Marketing for...
Reflective blogging for impact: a pathway to employability, equity, and societal impact in Higher Education
I am pleased to announce that my proposal for my new project - Reflective Blogging for Impact: A Pathway to Employability, Equity, and Societal Impact in Higher Education - has been approved and funded with the support of a bursary for all students who participate....
Creating Positive Impact for Teaching and Learning @University of Westminster: Visiting the National Museum of Computing at Bletchley Park
It was field trip time for our Master level students of the Multi Platforms Communication Module (2023-2024)! Together with Asher Rospigliosi Pallavicini, we visited the National Computing Museum at Bletchley Park. Many thanks go to Dr. Richard Berry (Head of the...
Student Well-Being
Never Give Up
This is the Year of Positive Academia (initiated by Anne-Wil Harzing). I am continuing to promote positivity #positivechange #positiveacademia #positivesharedworld #kindness #wellbeing #students #learning #teaching #university during the sessions with my third-year...
Care For Others
This is the Year of Positive Academia (initiated by Anne-Wil Harzing).I am continuing to promote positivity #positivechange #positiveacademia#positivesharedworld #kindness #wellbeing #students #engagement #learning #teaching during the sessions with my third-year...
Self-Care
This is the Year of Positive Academia (initiated by Anne-Wil Harzing). I am continuing to promote positivity #positivechange #positiveacademia #positivesharedworld #kindness #wellbeing #students #engagement #learning during the sessions with my third-year...
Positive Time Management
This is the Year of Positive Academia (initiated by Anne-Wil Harzing). I am continuing to promote positivity #positivechange #positiveacademia #positivesharedworld #kindness #wellbeing #students #engagement #learning during the sessions with my third-year...
Believe in Yourself
As part of Anne-Wil Harzing's, initiative The Year of Positive Academia, #positivechange #positiveacademia #positivesharedworld #kindness #wellbeing #students #engagement I am promoting positivity during the sessions with my third-year undergraduate students. We...