Hello, my fellow PGRs, I’m Katrina, a part-time PhD student in English Literature exploring the sexualisation of Jack the Ripper in literature and culture from the 19th century to the present. My research examines the sustained surge of sexualised and romantic Ripper fiction against the increased advocacy for women’s rights in the mainstream media, including twenty-first-century feminism and the #MeToo movement.
Alongside my studies, I have worked at the University for the last five years, in a variety of departments and roles. I'm currently a Research Support Officer at Birmingham’s Medical School.
I also co-founded Gothica, Birmingham’s postgraduate reading group. We meet monthly to explore the Gothic genre in fantasy, horror, and science fiction, often hosting guest speakers from staff, and students, to writers and independent researchers across the globe. You can see some of our past sessions here: uobgothica.wordpress.com/past-sessions/ and follow us @Gothica_Uob. Also, if you’re into your serial killers, do check out my new online network, @CerealKillerNet where we’ll be bringing in the experts to delve into the minds of the most notorious serial murderers of all time. All welcome!
I'm also neurodivergent. My disabilities include dyslexia, dyspraxia, and dyscalculia. Always happy to chat with anyone who identifies as any of the above. I really loved being a scholar last year and particularly enjoyed leading the monthly PGR Film Club and I am grateful to be back with a whole new team.
I'm a local Brummie and enjoy a good brunch! If you have any questions, feel free to contact me @jan_katrina.