Rate My Professor Gaby Ramia

Gaby Ramia is Professor of Policy and Society in the Discipline of Government and International Relations, School of Social and Political Sciences at the University of Sydney. He holds the position of Deputy Head of School (Research) and serves as Chair of the Discipline of Government and International Relations. Additionally, he has acted as interim Head of School. Ramia's research specializations center on public policy, social policy, and the governance of welfare systems. He particularly examines the political, policy, governance, and regulatory contexts shaping international student rights and welfare in Australia. His work addresses critical issues such as international student housing policy inaction, mental health support in universities, study-work-life balance, financial stress, and crisis responses affecting international students. Ramia also explores broader themes including employment services, social protection in the long term, universal basic income, and the role of non-profits in social service delivery.

Ramia has authored and co-authored several key books that have advanced scholarship in his fields. Notable publications include 'International Student Policy in Australia: The Welfare Dimension' (Sydney University Press, 2024), which analyzes welfare considerations in international student policymaking; 'Regulating International Students' Wellbeing' (Policy Press, 2013, with Simon Marginson and Erlenawati Sawir); and 'Governing Social Protection in the Long Term' (Palgrave Macmillan, 2020). He edited 'Social Policy Review 25' (Policy Press, 2013). His extensive list of peer-reviewed journal articles includes 'Explaining Government Policy Inaction on International Student Housing in Australia: The Perspectives of Stakeholders' (2022), '"You\'re on your own, kid": A critical analysis of Australian universities\' policy approaches to international student mental health' (2024), and 'The precarious impacts of financial stress' (2022). Ramia's publications have garnered influence in academic discussions on global migration, social protection rights, and higher education policy. He contributes to leadership through editorial roles and public lectures, including guest lectures on politics and policymaking. His work informs policy debates on international education welfare and social policy reforms.