Shaping Gender Roles Through Children's Media
Grey Wallrath, Eren Milhoan, Kaitlyn Crowe, Lanie Lawson, Bailey Sage
This research poster will explore how traditional gender roles are shaped from childhood in children's media. Information that is presented in childhood is very crucial for a person's development and how they will view their world. Gender roles that are traditionally taught include women being fragile and homemakers or men being strong and providers. We anticipate gender roles in children's media have become less outwardly apparent, which could affect how children view gender. This research will examine how cross-generational gender role representation in children's media has transformed, and how as a result, beliefs about gender presentation have changed.
Grey Wallrath graduated from Summerville High School. They are now a sophomore in psychology and criminology double major with a minor in child and family studies. Their achievements include being a member of Psi Chi, a member of the National Society of Leadership Success, a member of the Honors College, and is an officer for the Lander University Psychology Club and Human Services Club.
Eren Milhoan graduated from Mauldin High School in Greenville and is a second-year psychology and human services major with a minor in child and family studies. Their achievements include being a part of the Presidential Ambassador program, the Peer Leader program, and the Psi Chi organization.
Kaitlyn Crowe graduated from Walhalla High School and is a junior biology major with a minor in psychology. She is a member of the Honors College, part of the National Society of Leadership and Success, and is a member of the Tri Beta Biological Honor Society.
Lanie Lawson graduated from Chapman High School in Inman and is a sophomore psychology and human services double major with a minor in child and family studies. She is the vice president of the Psychology Club, a member in Psi Chi, part of the Student Needs Organization, and a member of the Honors College.
Bailey Sage from Westside High School in Anderson is a second-year criminology major and a minor in psychology and pre-social work. Her achievements include being a member of Lander University's Honors College and secretary of the Psychology Club.