Guys and Gals Going for Gold: Sex Differences in Olympic Success Across Nations

Presentation Type

Poster/Portfolio

Presenter Major(s)

Psychology

Mentor Information

Robert Deaner, Aaron Lowen

Department

Psychology, Seidman - Economics

Location

Henry Hall Atrium 34

Start Date

11-4-2012 9:00 AM

Keywords

Gender, Globalization, Historical Perspectives, Human Rights, Social Science

Abstract

Studies show that the number of Olympic medals won by nations can be predicted by population size, wealth, and previous success. Here we test whether there is also predictable variation in which nations win propotionally more women's than men's medals. In particular, we explore the predictiveness of gender role strength, gender-equity and gender-empowerment indices, and legislation aimed to increase female sports opportunities (e.g., Title IX). Results will be related to previous cross-national studies of women's empowerment.

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Apr 11th, 9:00 AM

Guys and Gals Going for Gold: Sex Differences in Olympic Success Across Nations

Henry Hall Atrium 34

Studies show that the number of Olympic medals won by nations can be predicted by population size, wealth, and previous success. Here we test whether there is also predictable variation in which nations win propotionally more women's than men's medals. In particular, we explore the predictiveness of gender role strength, gender-equity and gender-empowerment indices, and legislation aimed to increase female sports opportunities (e.g., Title IX). Results will be related to previous cross-national studies of women's empowerment.