Tag: gender studies
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Andrei Cimpian, New York University – Parents and Mentors Perceive Less Chess Potential in Girls
Women still face discrimination in certain competitive games today. Andrei Cimpian, professor of psychology at New York University, looks into one. Dr. Andrei Cimpian is Professor of Psychology at New York University. His research investigates motivation and academic achievement, with a particular focus on how educational outcomes are shaped by gender and racial/ethnic stereotypes. Dr.…
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Zaya Rustamova, Kennesaw State University – Resilience of No Longer Others’ in Series The Other Gaze
The fight against gender inequality goes on. Zaya Rustamova, associate professor of Spanish at Kennesaw State University, examines the role art can play. Dr. Rustámova is an Associate Professor of Spanish at Kennesaw State University. Her interdisciplinary research interests encompass Contemporary Spanish Peninsular Cultural Studies, with an emphasis on film and media studies. She specializes…
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Ioakim Boutakidis, California State University Fullerton – Boys and Men’s Struggles in School Reveal a Systemic Inequity
The mental health of males demands closer focus. Ioakim Boutakidis, professor of child and adolescent studies at California State University, Fullerton, explores how it manifests in a school setting. Ioakim Boutakidis is a professor of Child and Adolescent Studies at California State University Fullerton, where he has also served as Faculty Fellow of Student Success,…
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Nishtha Langer, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – Women in IT More Likely to Be Promoted Than Men
On Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Week: Women in IT jobs face many challenges. Nishtha Langer, assistant professor of business analytics, says despite this, they may be more likely to get promoted than their male counterparts. Nishtha Langer is an assistant professor of business analytics at the Lally School of Management at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. She teaches…
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Leanne Dzubinski, Biola University – Gender Bias
Measuring the invisible force of gender bias can be difficult. Leanne Dzubinski, associate professor of intercultural education and study at Biola University, explores how to measure this phenomenon. Leanne Dzubinski is Associate Professor of Intercultural Education in the Cook School of Intercultural Studies at Biola University. She teaches doctoral courses on education, leadership, and research…
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Jean Lee Cole, Loyola University Maryland – The Woman’s Literary Club of Baltimore
On Loyola University Maryland Week: Not all book clubs are alike. Jean Lee Cole, professor of English, examines one from history that was more than meets the eye. I live in Baltimore, MD, where I am an associate professor of English at Loyola University Maryland. I specialize in the study of American periodicals and late-nineteenth-…
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Scott Melzer, Albion College – Manhood
The ideals of manhood are changing. Scott Melzer, professor of sociology at Albion College, discusses four groups that are reclaiming their identity in disparate ways. Scott Melzer([email protected]) is Professor of Sociology and Chair of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at Albion College. His work focuses on how men respond when they think their status and identities are threatened. He…
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Lori Marso, Union College – Feminist Cringe Comedies
On Union College Week: Do you cringe sometimes while watching your favorite comedian? Lori Marso, professor of political science, explores how feminist cringe comedy can have a positive effect on society. Lori J. Marso is the Doris Zemurray Stone Professor of Modern Literary and Historical Studies, and professor of political science at Union College. She…
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Shauna MacDonald, Villanova University – Women Lighthouse Keepers
The history of lighthouses includes many women. Shauna MacDonald, associate professor of communication at Villanova University, shines a light on this understudied fact. Shauna MacDonald, PhD, is an expert in cultural performance, women’s issues, storytelling, as well as lighthouses and cultural memory. At the core of MacDonald’s eclectic range of expertise is communication and the…