Category: Gender Studies
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K.J. Rawson, College of The Holy Cross – Digital Transgender Archive
The spectrum of human sexuality is shifting. K.J. Rawson, an English professor at The College of The Holy Cross, explores the benefits of a digital transgender archive. K.J. Rawson is an Assistant Professor of English at the College of the Holy Cross. With Eileen E. Schell, he co-edited Rhetorica in Motion: Feminist Rhetorical Methods and…
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Maurice Gattis, University of Wisconsin-Madison – Marriage Equality & Religious Denomination
Is your church in favor of same-sex marriage? Maurice Gattis, an assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, is studying the effects of pro-LGBT stances held by religious institutions. Maurice Gattis has engaged in research activities regarding health disparities, GLBT populations, homelessness, and adolescent risk behaviors in the United States and Canada. His primary work…
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Ritch Savin-Williams, Cornell University – Sexuality Spectrum
Human sexuality seems to be growing increasingly complex as the days go by. Ritch Savin-Williams, a psychologist at Cornell University, offers a new perspective on the topic. Ritch C. Savin-Williams is a developmental psychology professor of Human Development and Director of the Sex & Gender Lab at Cornell University. He received the Ph.D. from the…
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Jean Wahl Harris, University of Scranton – Duties of the First Lady
What exactly does the job description of First Lady of the United States consist of? We’re not sure and throughout history, it seems like the position has taken on a variety of unspoken duties. Jean Harris, a political scientist at the University of Scranton, takes a deep look at what is expected of First Ladies.…
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David Cotter, Union College – Gender Inequality Trends
Are we getting closer towards achieving gender equality or have the trends begun to reverse? Dr. David Cotter, chair of Union College’s sociology department, dissects shifting attitudes toward gender bias. Dr. David A. Cotter is Professor of Sociology at Union College. His research focuses on stratification and inequality, particularly rural poverty, and work-related gender inequality.…
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Leah Levac, University of Guelph – Community Vitality Index
How can we best improve communities as a whole? Dr. Leah Levac, a political scientist at The University of Guelph, is attempting to answer that questions through the creation of a vitality index that measures well-being. Dr. Leah Levac is an Assistant Professor of Community Engaged Scholarship, based in the Department of Political Science at…
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Union College’s David Cotter records at the WAMC Studios
The Academic Minute was pleased to welcome Dr. David Cotter to our studios at WAMC Northeast Public Radio this morning. Here, he recorded his upcoming AM segment on gender equality. Professor and chair of the Department of Sociology at Union College, David Cotter is working with co-authors Joan M. Hermsen of The University of Missouri…
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Casey Klofstad, University of Miami – Vocal Fry in the Workplace
Something as trivial as the sound of one’s voice might prove detrimental in the workplace, especially if you’re a woman. Dr. Casey Klofstad, a political scientist at the University of Miami, profiles vocal fry and the deleterious affect it may have. Casey A. Klofstad holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from Harvard University, and is…
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Dana Burde, NYU – Early Education in Afghanistan
In a recent interview, Dana Burde discussed her studies focusing on community-based schools in Afghanistan. An assistant professor of international education at New York University, Dr. Dana Burde is working to help improve the way Afghan children are educated. Dana Burde is an assistant professor of international education at New York University’s Steinhardt School of…
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Pamela Keel, FSU – Facebook and Eating Disorders
A lot is being written about the psychological effects of social media. Dr. Pamela Keel, a Florida State University psychologist, focuses her research on the association between Facebook and a higher propensity for developing an eating disorder. Pamela K. Keel, Ph.D., is Professor of Psychology and Director of the Eating Behaviors Research Clinic at Florida…