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    Dr. Ken Hanson
    Assistant Professor of Sociology
    University of Wyoming
    Researching intimacy, technology & human connection
    • Social Media

    Academic Background

     
    Degree
    Institution
    Year
    PhD, Sociology
    University of Oregon
    2022
    MA, Sociology
    Kent State University
    2017
    BA, Sociology
    Seattle University
    2015
     

    Current Position

    • Assistant Professor
    • Department of Criminal Justice and Sociology
    • University of Wyoming
     
     

    Classes Taught

    â–¸ Deviant Behavior
    â–¸ Self & Society
    â–¸ Sociology of Mass Media
    â–¸ Intimacy & Society
    â–¸ Sociology of Religion
     
     

    Research Interests

    [Social Psychology] • [Qualitative Methodologies] • [Intimacy Tech] • [Transgressive Sexualities] • [New Media Practices]
     
     

    Recent Research Focus

    Dr. Hanson has collaborated with domestic and international colleagues across social sciences and humanities on projects exploring:
     
    • Artificial intelligence, intimacy, and emotions
    • Intimacy doll user experiences and motivations
    • Dating app behaviors and digital intimacy
    • Intimacy tech industry trends
    • Reddit communities and social network analysis
     
     

    Published In

    Symbolic Interaction • Deviant Behavior • Sociological Inquiry • Sexuality & Culture • Contexts • Current Sexual Health Reports • Sociological Focus
     
     

    Professional Memberships

    âś“ American Sociological Association
    âś“ Society for the Study of Symbolic Interaction
    âś“ The International Congress on L&S with Robots
     

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