Dr. Stef Shuster

Associate Professor

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Biography

Stef M. Shuster is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at Michigan State University. Shuster earned a Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Iowa and has a certificate in Gender Studies, alongside a B.A. in Sociology from Indiana University, Bloomington. His research emphasizes the social artifact of evidence in various cultural, social, and historical contexts. Shuster's current projects investigate how different societal actors use evidence to assert authority and influence social issues, particularly in medical contexts. He is actively engaged in exploring trans health care practices, analyzing how medical providers navigate challenges when providing gender-affirming care. Shuster's forthcoming book, 'Trans Medicine: Emergence Practice Treating Gender,' examines the complexities that medical professionals face in treating transgender patients. He serves as a deputy editor for 'Gender & Society' and has published numerous articles in reputable journals. His work significantly contributes to understanding the intersections of identity, evidence, and social movements.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Michigan State University • East Lansing, MI

Tenure-System faculty in the Department of Sociology with a focus on health, medicine, and gender issues.

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology