Tess Starman
tessstarman.bsky.social
Tess Starman
@tessstarman.bsky.social
Studying intersections of religion, politics, race, gender, and sexuality.

Assistant Professor of Sociology at Simpson College
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Perhaps a bit sacrelig at times but the laughter, engaged questions, and applied learning this project were bar none.
December 5, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Another detailed the collective effervescence of gathering for a Taylor Swift concert if one is a follower of “Swiftianity.”
December 5, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Another student discussed the symbolism that identifies one as a true “Legoholic”
December 5, 2025 at 6:03 PM
One student, who created “Followers of Caleb Williams” discussed how debriefs of Williams’ games each week would happen at nail salons given the player’s habit to paint his nails.
December 5, 2025 at 6:03 PM