Theresa Hunt

Theresa Hunt is a Senior Lecturer in the Science, Technology and Society program at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). She holds a Ph.D. in Global Affairs (Rutgers University, 2012) and specializes in sociological research on gender parity, youth activism, and transnational feminist networks. Her work bridges digital sociology with grassroots mobilization, analyzing how online platforms shape contemporary social movements.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Global Affairs, Rutgers University (2012)
• M.A. in Global Affairs, Rutgers University (2002)
• B.A. in Global Affairs, Rutgers University (2000)

Research Interests: Dr. Hunt examines intersections of gender, technology, and activism. Her work focuses on:

• Global youth feminist movements
• Digitally mediated social movements
• Generational dynamics in activism
• Women's resistance strategies in authoritarian contexts

Her recent studies include analyses of Egyptian women's anti-sexual harassment campaigns and SlutWalk protests' fragmented mobilization tactics.

Grants & Advising: While no advisees are listed, her research program has been supported by grants focusing on STEM equity initiatives like the WEAAP project (2008-2009), which addressed gender parity in engineering academia.

Labs & Collaborations: Engaged with NJIT's Science, Technology and Society program, contributing to interdisciplinary dialogues on digital sociology and social justice.