Carla Rice

About the Author

Carla Rice is a distinguished scholar and advocate in the fields of gender, sexuality, and disability studies, with a career dedicated to illuminating the intersections of identity, power, and social justice. As an associate professor at the University of Guelph, she has shaped critical conversations through her research on embodiment, fat studies, and queer theory, challenging normative frameworks and amplifying marginalized voices. Her work bridges academia and activism, fostering inclusive dialogues on feminism and health. Rice's contributions extend to editing influential anthologies and mentoring emerging scholars, making her a pivotal figure in contemporary women's studies. With a commitment to transformative education, she continues to explore how bodies and narratives resist oppression in an ever-evolving cultural landscape.