Explore David Levinthal’s intimate portraits of dolls that reveal the hidden desires and cultural myths shaping American sexuality. Kinsey Institute Library & Special Collections to Exhibit David Levinthal Artwork and Recently Acquired Dolls from ‘XXX’ Series
Institute News
Remembering Former Staff Member Ruth Ann Beasley (1942-2023)
The Kinsey Institute staff and faculty are saddened by the passing last month of Ruth Ann Beasley in Bloomington, Indiana. Ruth was born on October 25, 1942 and died peacefully in her home, October 2, 2023. Ruth was a beloved friend, mentor, and colleague of our staff and faculty and made extraordinary contributions to the… Read more »
Dr. Amanda Gesselman to Direct Postdoctoral Training at Kinsey Institute
The Kinsey Institute is pleased to announce that Anita Aldrich Endowed Research Scientist Dr. Amanda Gesselman has accepted a new administrative role at the Kinsey Institute, effective July 1, 2023. In addition to her robust research program, Dr. Gesselman will now oversee the training and mentorship of the Institute’s postdoctoral scholars.
Dr. Stephanie Sanders Appointed Research Director
The Kinsey Institute is pleased to share that Senior Scientist Dr. Stephanie Sanders has assumed the role of Kinsey Institute Research Director, effective July 1, 2023. Dr. Sanders will oversee the coordination of research by Kinsey Institute faculty, postgraduate researchers, and graduate students.
Dr. Rhonda Balzarini Named 2023 Haslam Relationship Diversity Research Awardee
We are pleased to announce Rhonda Balzarini, PhD as the recipient of the 2023 Kenneth R. Haslam, MD Relationship Diversity Research Award, which supports the work of Kinsey Institute and affiliated researchers conducting research on non-monogamy, alternative sexualities, and intersections of diverse relationships and sexuality.