Latest USC Dornsife News in the Topic Gender Studies http://dornsife.usc.edu/news/topics/241/gender-studies/ What women and men look for in a mate is becoming more and more similar, Wendy Wood, Provost Professor of Psychology and Business, said during a recent Barbra Streisand Professor Lecture Series event.]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 08:40:00 -0500 USC Dornsife takes a leadership role in finding solutions to human trafficking, beginning with an international conference that drew 200 participants.]]> Wed, 6 Feb 2013 10:00:00 -0500 The first man given this award since it was established in 1976, USC Dornsife’s Michael Messner was honored for his pioneering work in the sociology of gender.]]> Tue, 21 Aug 2012 12:50:00 -0500 Jack Halberstam, professor of American studies and ethnicity, and gender studies in USC Dornsife, has written a new book, Gaga Feminism: Sex, Gender and the End of Normal, to be published by Beacon Press in September.]]> Thu, 9 Aug 2012 17:00:00 -0500 A new book Marilyn: The Passion and the Paradox by USC Dornsife’s Lois Banner marks the 50th anniversary of the iconic actress’ death.]]> Wed, 1 Aug 2012 08:00:00 -0500 USC Dornsife’s 2011–12 Streisand Professor Lecture Series, “Where Is The Love?” examines intimacy and sexuality in American society. One lecture looked at heartache and new media.]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 13:33:00 -0500 USC professor Karen Tongson likes to point out that “queer life happens everywhere.” Even in the suburbs. In the course of researching her new book, Relocations: Queer Suburban Imaginaries (New York University Press),...]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:38:00 -0500 Combining theory and pop culture, Ange-Marie Hancock creates a blueprint for political unity in her new book Solidarity Politics for Millennials: A Guide to Ending the Oppression Olympics.]]> Mon, 7 Nov 2011 09:12:00 -0500 The psychologist was the first female dean of the Division of Social Sciences and Communication in USC Dornsife and a strong advocate for gender equality.]]> Thu, 18 Aug 2011 16:08:00 -0500 The Book Awards presented by the Southern California Independent Booksellers Association recognize "incredible literary talent" from the region.]]> Fri, 5 Aug 2011 15:55:00 -0500 Lindsay Harrison was a rookie when she made her appellate debut at the highest court. She also changed the rules and saved a man’s life.]]> Fri, 15 Jul 2011 08:44:00 -0500 The California Women's Law Center honors Michael Messner with the 2011 Abby J. Leibman Pursuit of Justice Award for his work on behalf of girls and women in sports.]]> Mon, 9 May 2011 09:56:00 -0500 Lois Banner explores the "Rosetta Stone of Marilyn Scholarship" in her book M M — Personal.]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2011 10:06:00 -0500 Feminist scholar explores social change, pop culture and music of 1960s and 1970s By Pamela J. Johnson April 2006 Alice Echols disarms her students with her relaxed manner and infectious laugh. The associate professor of...]]> Sat, 1 Apr 2006 21:41:00 -0500