“What can public attitudes about trans men and trans women in sporting contexts tell us about the politicization of trans communities, and under which conditions do the dissertation’s findings generalize to other contested transgender rights policy areas?” is the topic for MJ Balezina’s PhD defence.

The event is open to everyone! 
After the defence, the Department of Political Science hosts a reception.

Time and venue:
15.05.2026 2:15-4:00 pm
A1, building 1333, room 101, Bartholins Allé 7, 8000 Aarhus C.

Assessment committee:
Professor Jami K. Taylor, University of Toledo

Associate Professor Stuart J. Turnbull-Dugarte, University of Southampton 

Associate Professor Tobias Widmann, Aarhus University (Chair).

Main supervisor: Associate Professor Lars Thorup Larsen
Co-supervisor: Associate Professor Nicholas Haas.