Lee Ritscher

Lee Ritscher is a Lecturer in the College of Humanities & Communication, focusing on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of gender, law, and history. Her work addresses critical issues such as violence against women, feminist theory, and the historical evolution of gender roles in literature and legal contexts.

• Research Interests: Women’s history, Social justice, Women in literature, Legal history

Ritscher’s publications span three decades and reflect her commitment to social justice advocacy. Her 2023 book examines modern dimensions of sexual violence and dating abuse, while her 2015 encyclopedia entry analyzes political figures in the context of women's rights movements. Earlier work from 2009 investigates the symbolic representation of rape in Renaissance texts, revealing historical patterns of gender-based oppression and legal discourse.