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Sarah E. Erickson serves as a Professor in the Communication Department at Trinity University, where she co-directs the Women's and Gender Studies minor. Her academic work centers on media psychology with emphasis on adolescent media engagement, gendered violence narratives, and sexual socialization processes.
Her educational background includes:
- A.B. in Art & Archeology from Princeton University
- Ph.D. in Communication Studies from the University of Michigan
Dr. Erickson's research program investigates how changing media consumption patterns like binge watching affect narrative transportation and parasocial relationships, particularly examining how media shapes romantic scripts and beliefs among adolescents. She explores connections between media portrayals of gendered violence and sexual socialization outcomes, using quantitative methodologies to analyze these complex interactions.
Her publication portfolio demonstrates consistent interdisciplinary work bridging communication theory, psychological frameworks, and gender studies. Recent articles reveal evolving focus on multidimensional modeling of parasocial attachments and comprehensive analyses of sexual media content effects, reflecting growing scholarly attention to media's role in adolescent development.
No scientific awards are documented in the available information.
In her capacity as co-director of the Women's and Gender Studies minor, Dr. Erickson provides academic leadership and likely participates in student advising. While specific grant funding isn't detailed, her research output indicates sustained scholarly activity through peer-reviewed publications and university-affiliated programs.
Current information does not reference dedicated research laboratories or specialized research teams associated with her academic work.
