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Randi Spiker, Ph.D.
@rspiker.bsky.social
Scholar-Educator at the intersection of technology and sexual violence. Social Developmental Psych, Gender, Multicultural Psych #psyscisky #psychology #socialpsychsky #academicsky
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There is something particularly scary here in the way Fog Data is openly pitching the invasion of privacy. We lead increasingly incriminating lives.
New from 404 Media: a location data firm is offering to help cops track targets via their doctor visits. Cops fill out form about their target, including doctor's address. Fog Data Science will then map out person's movements using massive bank of data www.404media.co/location-dat...
Location Data Firm Offers to Help Cops Track Targets via Doctor Visits
Fog Data Science is a location tracking company that takes data harvested from smartphones and makes it accessible to cops. A document obtained by 404 Media shows the company explicitly says it will u...
www.404media.co
December 10, 2024 at 2:34 PM
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It was a real treat to speak with Dr. Gjika about her important new book.
On Mondays, we Annex! Today's show features Anna Gjika discussing her award winning book When Rape Goes Viral.

Why do young people document sexual assault and share the video? Gjika documents the role of social media as evidence in court, too: open.spotify.com/episode/1apW...
Anna Gjika on When Rape Goes Viral
Annex Sociology Podcast · Episode
open.spotify.com
December 2, 2024 at 12:26 PM
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It’s really disheartening to see trans users having to step back from Bluesky because of the influx of transphobic harassment. Trans posters built the culture of this platform and it would behoove cis allies to advocate for their safety as Bluesky expands and they get targeted
December 1, 2024 at 9:37 PM
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Social Exchange Theory (SET)
Social Exchange Theory - aka "SET" - is a reciprocity theory; how exchange happens between us; and what we give up to get something back. Read more at buff.ly/4hMqUaJ #theory #AcademicSky #SocialExchange
Social Exchange Theory (SET)
A website and blog about transformational leadership, acts of leadership, learning, career development and personal growth
buff.ly
November 22, 2024 at 4:36 PM
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Most of our problems could be solved by properly funding public education.
November 21, 2024 at 11:34 AM
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📢 We have 5 new positions in psychology; the first is for our next leader (Professor/Chair)! We’re seeking a visionary, collaborative leader dedicated to excellence in research, mentoring, & teaching, with a strong commitment to justice, equity, diversity, & inclusion.
jobs.uri.edu/postings/14222
November 21, 2024 at 12:42 PM
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I have been on Promotion and Tenure Committees for several years now. Here are some things I wish candidates knew. A thread!

Complete with ridiculous gifs 😀

PTR committee members, please add to this thread! 1/x
a cartoon of spongebob saying i 'm ready for promotion
ALT: a cartoon of spongebob saying i 'm ready for promotion
media.tenor.com
November 12, 2024 at 5:32 PM
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Ben Sasse promised a conservative overhaul at the University of Florida. But then he resigned, leaving controversy and an embarrassing drop in the U.S. News rankings.
Why Did Ben Sasse Resign as President of the University of Florida?
Florida’s star president, Ben Sasse, was among the best paid university presidents ever. He promised a conservative overhaul, but then he resigned, leaving controversy and an embarrassing drop in the ...
www.nytimes.com
November 17, 2024 at 11:28 PM
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Are you a social scientist who studies Asian Americans? Would love to connect! Join the starter park!
Please help! I'm trying to make a #starterpack! Suggest some names, share, let me know if you'd like to be added!

#sociology #academicsky #socsky #psychsky #polisky

go.bsky.app/BqCatpb
November 16, 2024 at 12:34 AM
And because I just can’t leave out a handsome boi…his two brain cells don’t always function at the same time but he’s still the handsomest best boy ever.
November 16, 2024 at 12:12 AM
Obligatory kitten pic as entry fee to the Sky. Meet the two youngest felines, Selena (gray) and Mina
November 15, 2024 at 10:21 PM
#AcademicSky #PsySciSky
let's get to know each other. Quote this & tell me: 1) a project you're working on, 2) an odd idea/theory you aren't working on but keep thinking about
1) exploring attitudes about deepfake or AI generated sexual imagery
2) digital SW - is it regarded as SW?
#AcademicSky, let's get to know each other! Quote this & tell me: 1) a project you are working on & 2) an odd idea/theory you aren't working on but keep thinking about.

1) fangirls as theorists of monstrous femininity

2) pop concerts as collective embodied writing
#AcademicSky, let's get to know each other! Quote this & tell me: 1) a project you are working on & 2) an odd idea/theory you aren't working on but keep thinking about.

1) non binary as methodology

2) when someone is lonely it's assumed to be their fault, but social privilege plays a huge part
November 15, 2024 at 9:47 PM