Profile
Heather Widdows
Curriculum Vitae
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Work History
Philosopher -
Current Job
Professor in Department of Philosophy -
Employer
University of Birmingham
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Favourite thing to do in my job: Allows me to make a difference.
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My Work: Responsible for research impact at the University of Birmingham, which means how our research changes the world.
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My Typical Day: 8.30 to 5.30 back to back meetings
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My Interview
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My favourite CHRISTMAS LECTURE memory is:
How engaged and interested the children were.
How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Philosopher, feminist, mother.
What or who inspired you to follow your career?
How we think about the world changes what we can do in it. Philosophy is a way of thinking differently. Iris Murdoch taught me this.
What was your favourite subject at school?
History.
What did you want to be after you left school?
A dancer.
Were you ever in trouble at school?
Yes....
Who is your favourite singer or band?
Pink.
What is the most fun thing you've done?
Cartwheels on the beach - any beach - no matter what the weather.
Tell us a joke.
Why did the jelly bean go to school? She wanted to be a smartie!
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My profile link:
https://ias.im/u.195139
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