Dr. Karen Rayne

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Karen Rayne has worked in sexuality education for decades with expertise in parenting, comprehensive sexuality education, curriculum writing, and training. She is the author of several books including 'GIRL: Love, Sex, Romance' and 'Breaking the Hush Factor: Ten Rules for Talking to Teenagers About Sex.' Rayne has worked with organizations such as UNFPA, UNESCO, and Girls Inc. to bring effective practices and approaches to sexuality education and has shared her expertise through professional training, consulting for schools, and writing articles. As the executive director of UN|HUSHED, an organization with international reach, she is dedicated to creating and implementing the highest quality sexuality education curricula possible. Rayne's research focuses on the efficacy of different types of sexuality education programs and emphasizes the importance of evidence over belief structures, examining aspects like the differences between comprehensive, abstinence-only, and abstinence-plus programs.

Research Interests

Courses

Human Sexuality Teaching Sexual Health Adolescent Development

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.