Annis Stenson

Dr. Annis Stenson is an Assistant Professor at the CAS School of Social Sciences & Humanities, with research expertise in Sexual Violence, LGBTQIA+, and Queer Studies. Her work focuses on gender-based violence, university lad culture, and academic identity formation, employing methods like Thematic Analysis and Semi-Structured Interviews.

Research Interests

• Sexual violence prevention and policy implementation (e.g., Istanbul Convention)
• Queer positionality and intersectional approaches to higher education research
• Lad culture, hegemonic masculinities, and campus climate
• Academic autonomy and professional development in early career

Recent Publications

Her recent work explores thematic analysis of gender dynamics, queer methodologies, and collaborative activism in higher education. Key trends include resisting laddish behaviors, mapping cultural contexts, and identity integration through autonomy.

Projects

• #USVreact: Universities Supporting Victims of Sexual Violence (2017-2018)
• Project at former HEI on cultural context and sustainable services (2016-2018)