Gender and Technology

The Gender and Technology research cluster explores the interaction between gender and technology in social interactions and institutions, and in work practice. Participants in the cluster examine the relationship between gender and technology from various perspectives, including design and gender, the invisibility of information work in organizations, and the history of technology. This is an interdisciplinary group that brings together students, faculty, and staff interested in exploring the relationships between gender and technology. The terms are loosely defined and any UT community member interested in the topic is invited to attend.

Research shows there is a widening gender gap favoring males in technology (TechSavvy, 2000). Females are underrepresented in advanced computer science courses and consequently in the IT field.

For more information, please contact: Hillary Hart, or Sharon Stover.