Rate My Professor Imogen Coxhead

Imogen Coxhead serves as an editor at Otago University Press, the scholarly publishing division of the University of Otago. Her career at the press includes roles such as editorial assistant in 2013, progressing to editor by 2016 and continuing in that capacity through 2018. She has been instrumental in the production of key publications, providing expert editorial assistance for Farming Inside Invisible Worlds, a work on agricultural anthropology. She acted as proofreader for Artefacts of Encounter: Cook's Voyages, Colonial Collecting and Museum Histories, published by Otago University Press. Additionally, Imogen Coxhead co-edited The Broken Decade: Prosperity, Depression and Recovery in New Zealand 1928-39 by Malcolm McKinnon alongside Jane Connor, ensuring high-quality presentation of historical analysis. Her contributions extend to editing aspects of the University of Otago Magazine, including alumni news features and book launch events involving publisher Rachel Scott and designer Karina McLeod.

Beyond editing, Imogen Coxhead holds the position of Departmental Health and Safety Officer for University of Otago Press, supporting operational safety within the department. She is also affiliated with the Research Division at the University of Otago. Passionate about language, she describes herself as a linguist at heart. Imogen Coxhead balances her professional commitments with athletic pursuits, excelling in masters rowing. In 2016, she and partner Robyn Cameron secured a gold medal in the women's doubles event at the World Rowing Masters Regatta. Earlier achievements include three gold medals at the Lake Dunstan Rowing Regatta in 2013 and further successes with Port United Rowing Club, such as additional golds in 2014. These accomplishments highlight her dedication across editorial, administrative, and sporting domains.