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Ellen Lamont

Sociologist and Professor at Appalachian State University whose research on gender and dating includes the book The Mating Game (UC Press); debated traditional gender roles on the Munk Debates Podcast.

Oct 2, 2026

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2:48
Ellen Labonte, a two-minute opening.
2:52
Good afternoon.
2:53
I want to start by thanking the Chamber of Commerce for this opportunity and also thank you to the audience for attending.
3:00
My name is Ellen Lamont, and I'm a District 1 candidate for school board.
3:04
I'm a professor of sociology at Appalachian State University since 2014, where I teach courses on families, intimate relationships, gender, and childhood and youth.
3:15
I've been teaching since 2006 and have a strong dedication to public education, which has shaped my desire to serve on the Watauga County School Board.
3:24
As a teacher myself, I've been involved in student, teacher, and curriculum development and evaluation.

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Ellen Lamont.

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