Dr. Jennifer Cool

Biography

Jennifer Cool is an Associate Professor at the University of Southern California, specializing in social anthropology and ethnographic filmmaking. Her academic pursuits focus on cultural production and the reproduction of dominant social imaginaries in the United States, particularly concerning narratives like the American Dream and homeownership. Throughout her career, she has utilized ethnographic film to investigate the intersection of technology and cultural narratives. Her notable work includes 'Home Economics: a documentary of suburbia,' which aired on PBS. Cool has presented extensively on topics such as the social construction of new media and the representation of technology in society. She has been an active participant in the American Anthropological Association, serving as a co-chair for the Committee on Anthropology, Science, Technology, and Computing. Her research delves into internet culture and critical theories of representation, and she has contributed to various scholarly journals and books. Cool's commitment to public scholarship highlights her dedication to making anthropological insights accessible to broader audiences. She is also involved in teaching and mentoring students in anthropology and visual methodologies at USC.

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