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Amy Braksmajer is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at SUNY Geneseo, where she joined as a Visiting Assistant Professor in 2019. She holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from Stony Brook University, an M.P.H. in Sociomedical Sciences from Columbia University, and a B.S. in Applied Social Sciences from Binghamton University. Her academic work is centered on gender, sexuality, and health, with a strong focus on sexual health education and pandemic responses.
- Ph.D. in Sociology, Stony Brook University (2013)
- M.P.H. in Sociomedical Sciences, Columbia University (2003)
- B.S. in Applied Social Sciences, Binghamton University (2000)
Her research explores the social construction of risk, medicalization of sexuality, and the interplay between public health crises and marginalized communities. She investigates how experiences of HIV and COVID-19 shape health behaviors and societal responses, particularly among sexual minority men and women with chronic pain conditions like dyspareunia.
Her recent publications reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend at the intersection of sociology, public health, and gender studies. They examine how historical epidemic knowledge informs current pandemic responses, how postfeminist ideologies affect women's health narratives, and how individuals assess sexual risk during public health emergencies. These works are published in leading journals such as Culture, Health & Sexuality and Sociology of Health & Illness.
She directs the Geneseo SEX[Ed] program, demonstrating institutional leadership in sexual health education. Her teaching includes SOCL 213 (Sociology of Medicine), SOCL 281 (Sociology of Sexual Health), and SOCL 314 (Illness, Self & Society), reflecting her scholarly expertise.
She is actively engaged in research and curriculum development but no formal scientific awards or fellowships are listed in the provided text.
Amy Braksmajer advises students in sociology and oversees the SEX[Ed] program, contributing to undergraduate research and community outreach. While specific grant funding is not mentioned, her collaborative publications with scholars like Andrew London suggest involvement in public health research initiatives. Her work bridges academic inquiry with practical health education, aiming to improve sexual health literacy and equity.
She leads the Geneseo SEX[Ed] program, which likely involves a team of student educators and campus partners focused on peer-led sexual health promotion. This initiative underscores her commitment to translating sociological research into community impact.
