Dr. Divya Garg | Cultural Studies | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Divya Garg, RMIT University, Australia

Dr. Divya Garg is a passionate scholar with a PhD in Media & Communication from RMIT University, Australia. Her research focuses on inclusivity within Marvel fandoms, exploring the intersection of disability and media. With a Master’s from Jawaharlal Nehru University and a Bachelor’s from University of Delhi, she brings diverse perspectives to her work. Dr. Garg’s outstanding thesis earned recognition from examiners, complementing her accolades such as the Michael Haley Travel Grant from the International Communication Association. A dedicated academic, she received the RMIT Research Stipend Scholarship and secured first position in her undergraduate cohort. 🎓📚

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Education and qualifications:

Dr. Divya Garg is a distinguished scholar who has pursued a rigorous academic journey. She obtained her PhD from the School of Media & Communication at RMIT University, Australia, where her research delved into the realm of fandom and disability within the Marvel Global Media Fandom. Her thesis, titled “Fandom & Dis/ability: Towards a Politics of Inclusivity,” was highly regarded by examiners for its outstanding contribution. Prior to her doctoral studies, Dr. Garg completed her Master of Arts in English at Jawaharlal Nehru University, India, and her Bachelor of Arts in English Hons. at Lady Shri Ram College, University of Delhi, India. 🎓📚

Awards and Honors:

Dr. Divya Garg’s academic excellence is further underscored by her notable awards and honors. In 2022, she received the prestigious Michael Haley Travel Grant from the International Communication Association, facilitating her scholarly endeavors. Prior to this, she was awarded the RMIT Research Stipend Scholarship in 2018, providing substantial support for her doctoral studies. In 2015, Dr. Garg’s exceptional performance earned her the esteemed first position in her cohort during her Bachelor of Arts in English Hons. at Lady Shri Ram College, University of Delhi, India. These accolades reflect her dedication and proficiency in academia. 🏆🌟

Teaching Experience:

Dr. Divya Garg’s diverse employment history underscores her expertise in academia. As Subject Coordinator at the University of Melbourne, she orchestrated curriculum development and managed administrative tasks, ensuring smooth course delivery. At RMIT University, she excelled as a Course Coordinator, crafting engaging curriculum material for courses like Pop Culture Now and Exploring Asian Popular Culture. Her stint as an Assistant Professor at Lloyd Law College, India, showcased her curriculum design prowess. As a seasoned educator, she’s garnered praise for her guest lectures and tutoring roles across various institutions, fostering a stimulating learning environment. Dr. Garg’s supervision role at Deakin University highlights her commitment to nurturing research talent. 📚🎓

Research Experience:

Dr. Divya Garg has showcased her research prowess through diverse roles and projects. At Deakin University, she served as a Research Assistant for the Asian Media, Culture and Society Research Group, co-editing a book on Asian Celebrity Cultures and organizing a conference. Her project management skills shone at RMIT University, leading initiatives like Re-licious to reduce food waste and countering radicalization through early start art programs. As a Research Assistant on various projects, she contributed to literature reviews, interview analyses, and co-authored publications, demonstrating her commitment to academic inquiry and societal impact. 📊🔍

Research Focus:

Dr. Divya Garg’s research spans the intersection of media, disability studies, and fan cultures, with a particular focus on marginalized identities within popular culture. Through works like “Accommodating (Queer) Disabled Subjects in Marvel Fanfiction” and “Disability and the Superhero,” she examines ableism and representation in comic media. Garg also contributes to marketing and communication theory, as seen in her work on “Beyond the Dark Arts.” Her diverse interests converge in exploring fan methodologies and inquiries, evident in “Diversifying Fan Methodologies and Inquiries.” Through her scholarship, she sheds light on the complexities of queerness, disability, and representation in media and fan communities. 📚✨

publication Top Notes:

Queerbaiting and Beyond: Japanese Popular Culture and Queer Politics.

Diversifying Fan Methodologies and Inquiries: An Affective Decolonial Framework

Assimilating Queer/Disabled Subjects in Marvel Superhero Fanfiction

Beyond the Dark Arts: Advancing Marketing and Communication Theory and Practice

Fandom and dis/ability: imagining a politics of inclusivity through Marvel global media fandom

Male behaviour change: Masculinities, participation and social systems

(Un)Sanctioned Bodies: The State-Sexuality-Disability Nexus in Captain America Slash Fan Fiction

Divya Garg | Cultural Studies | Best Researcher Award