Dr Joanne Smith
Senior Lecturer in History
My profile
Biography
My interest in history was developed when, as a mature student I read history at MMU. I undertook a PhD in twentieth century British history which focused on the development of the women’s movement in the interwar period. I enjoy walking my dog, gardening, going to the gym and playing drums in a local band.
Words of wisdom
Well as you are taking a degree in history - read and then read some more!
Academic and professional qualifications
BA History (2000): Manchester Metropolitan University
PhD History (2007) : Manchester Metropolitan University, thesis The Manchester and Salford Women Citizenship: A Study in Women’s Citizenship
Teaching
Why do I teach?
I really enjoy teaching, history is such a dynamic discipline it affords us the opportunity to assess the past with the present in mind, it is about human behaviour and interaction. A good degree can provide many career opportunities and through my teaching I seek to inspire students to achieve the best they can from their university experience.
How I’ll teach you
Lots of energy and enthusiasim are the key in my classes, I encourage all to have a view within a respectful and engaging environment.
Why study…
Generally, I am interested in most aspects of twentieth century British society, culture and politics, these include, but are not limited to: women’s movements, youth culture, the miner’s strike, and Thatcher.
Subject areas
Twentieth Century History
Research outputs
My research interests are in nineteenth and twentieth century British History, particularly focusing on the development and effectiveness of non-party political women’s organisations. I am also interested in the women’s movement in interwar Britain and the development of women’s activism in party political and non-party political organisations.
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Journal articles
Smith, J. (2016) 'Citizens and Activists: A survey of the historical records of the Women Citizens’ Associations and their Research Potential.' Archives: Journal of the British Records Association,
Smith, J. (2015) 'From Suffrage to Citizenship: The Cardiff and District Women Citizens Association in comparative perspective 1921-1939.' Llafur, 11(4) pp. 26-41.