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Phyllis L. F. Rippey, Ph.D., is a Full Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Ottawa. Her research focuses on social inequality and policy, particularly in the areas of care work, motherhood, and infant feeding. She authored the book 'Breastfeeding Pursuit of Happiness' published by McGill-Queen's University Press, exploring the intersectional history and politics surrounding breastfeeding. Rippey is also investigating the 'infertility penalty' on women's careers and the marketing of infant formula. Her previous appointments include Associate Professor at the same institution, where she also taught research methods, statistics, and social stratification. Phyllis is involved in several projects that aim to understand and challenge existing inequalities related to gender, class, and sexual orientation. She supervises graduate students, helping them to grasp the fundamentals of publishing research while also developing podcasts and websites to disseminate knowledge.
University of Ottawa • Ottawa, ON
Teaching and researching social inequality, care work, and related areas.
University of Ottawa • Ottawa, ON
Conducted research and taught courses related to sociology, focusing on inequality and gender issues.
Department of History