Midge Wilson is a Professor of Psychology, and an Associate Dean in the Liberal Arts and Science College, at DePaul University. Since the mid-1980s, Dr. Wilson has been investigating how initial impressions formed of African American and White women are influenced by facial features, skin color variations, and body size. She also investigates the role of humor in raising consciousness about issues of diversity.
Halpert, J. A., Wilson, M., & Hickman, J. (1993). Pregnancy as a source of bias in performance appraisals. Journal of Organizational Behavior, 14, 649-663.
Neal, A. M., & Wilson, M. L. (1989). The role of skin color and features in the Black community: Implications for Black women and therapy. Clinical Psychology Review, 9, 323-333.
Courses Taught:
Advanced Psychology of Women
Human Sexuality
Humor and Group Identity
Love, Beauty, and Friendship: Women's Cross-Cultural Perspective
Advanced Psychology of Women
Human Sexuality
Humor and Group Identity
Love, Beauty, and Friendship: Women's Cross-Cultural Perspective
Midge Wilson Department of Psychology
DePaul University
2219 N. Kenmore Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614 United States
Phone: (773) 325-4258
Fax: (773) 325 7888
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