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Courtney Bailey is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication, Media, & Performance at Allegheny College, where she teaches courses in rhetorical theory, media studies, and cultural criticism. She is based in the Vukovich Center for Communication and Arts, Room 304, and can be reached at cbailey@allegheny.edu or (814) 332-2301.
Education:
- B.S.C. in Interpersonal Communication, Ohio University-Athens
- M.S. and Ph.D. in Communication & Culture, Indiana University-Bloomington
Her research lies at the intersection of rhetorical studies, feminist/queer theory, and media analysis, with a strong emphasis on visual imagery and bodily representation in U.S. popular culture. She critically examines how identity categories such as sexuality, race, disability, and gender are constructed and negotiated in media texts and public discourse.
Her recent scholarly work explores the portrayal of non-normative relationships in television, including analyses of Super Size Me, celebrity homophobia scandals, and the framing of heterosexual polygamy in series like Big Love and Sister Wives. These publications reflect a consistent interest in how popular media both challenge and reinforce dominant cultural ideologies.
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Advising and Grants:
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Labs and Research Teams: There is no mention of a specific lab or research team. Her work appears to be individually driven within the framework of communication and cultural studies at Allegheny College.
