Liam Oliver Lair Ph.D. (he/him)
Associate Professor of Women's and Gender Studies
Dr. Liam Oliver Lair (he/him) is a feminist scholar with a PhD in Women, Gender, & Sexuality Studies. He teaches classes on feminism, gender, queer activism, and trans studies. His research focuses on gender, race, identity, and anti-racist pedagogy, particularly as it pertains to being a white and masculine-presenting teacher. Dr. Lair also works with faculty, staff, and students to make the academy more affirming for historically marginalized students.
Courses Offered
- Intro to WGS
- Feminist Activism
- LGBTQIA+ Sexualities & Activism
- Transfeminist Theory
- Lesbian Studies
- Queer Theory
- How to Do Things with Feminism
Areas Of Interest
- Transfeminist Theory
- Queer Studies and Activism
- Black Feminist Thought & Anti-Racism
- American Studies
- Sexuality Studies
- Disability Studies
- Anti-Racist Pedagogy