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 59 EveryLittleActionCounts: Practice stillness!
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 59: Practice stillness! In academia, we are often rewarded for our speed in publishing, providing instant responses, teaching efficiently, and attending to our responsibilities relentlessly. However, wisdom, insight, genuine relationships...
Week 58 EveryLittleActionCounts: Become sensitive when constructing knowledge!
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 58: Become sensitive when constructing knowledge! In academia, knowledge is of treated as universal and objective, yet it is always shaped by context – by who produces it, for whom, where, and under what conditions. Becoming sensitive to...
Week 57 EveryLittleActionCounts: Overcome your fears!
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 57: Overcome your fears! Fear is an ever-present yet often hidden companion in academic life and beyond – fear of rejection, fear of not being good enough, fear of not being worthy, fear of not belonging. It can silence our voices and...
Week 56 EveryLittleActionCounts: Dare to break free from instrumentalism!
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 56: Dare to break free from instrumentalism! Satisfying our egos and the metrics established by our institutions are key strategies for many academics to ascend the academic ivory tower. In doing so, fostering caring connections and...
Week 55 EveryLittleActionCounts: Embrace the Little Things!
#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 55: Embrace the Little Things! Chasing big wins – grant awards, recognition, high-impact publications, tenure-track positions, social capital, popularity, being visible and popular – we can easily overlook the small experiences that...
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,...
Fables of academia - The Academic Zoo (#feministacademia)
Week 22: Fables of Academia – The Oyster’s Pearl
In the deepest pool of the Academic Zoo lived a small oyster, frequently overlooked by the other animals. Life for the oyster wasn’t easy—the currents were strong, the water murky, and grains of sand often found their way into her shell, causing pain and discomfort....
Week 21: Fables of Academia – The Elephant’s Circle
In the Academic Zoo, the elephants were known for their wisdom and strength. However, what truly distinguished them was their profound care for one another. When one elephant fell behind, the herd would halt, forming a protective circle around their companion. The...
Week 20: Fables of Academia – The Cranes and the Finches
In the Academic Zoo, the tall cranes towered over the landscape, their sharp eyes surveying the horizon. Known for their wisdom and years of experience, they were regarded as the leaders of thought. Meanwhile, the finches darted through the air, small and energetic,...
Week 19: Fables of Academia – The River of Knowledge in the Academic Zoo
In the Academic Zoo, a wide river flowed, known to all as the River of Knowledge. The fish living in it were considered the most knowledgeable creatures, as they had access to the river’s ever-flowing waters, where the answers to any question could be found. For...
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...
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...