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Lorraine Dowler is an Associate Professor at Penn State University in the School of International Affairs, specializing in Geography and Women's Studies. Her research strategically locates the intersection of theoretical frameworks that challenge prevailing understandings of militarization, particularly through various distinct projects that evaluate the role of militarization in social contexts. One of her significant book projects, titled 'Women Fire', explores how discounting women's bodies in favor of substandard male narratives restricts women's access to full citizenship. Dowler’s work critically examines the contributions of women to the U.S. space program and military, and their exclusion from mainstream narratives of heroism and democratic citizenship. Her research has evolved from her initial studies in Belfast, Northern Ireland, focusing on gender nationalism through informal tourism. Dowler is also invested in exploring how tourism can lead to social change and contribute to meaningful peace in conflict-stricken communities.
Penn State University • University Park, PA
Teaching and conducting research in Geography and Women's Studies.
GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.