Carol Gilligan

Date of Birth: November 28, 1936

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Date of Death: *Carol Gilligan is currently alive.*

Biography

Carol Gilligan is a prominent American psychologist and ethicist, widely recognized for her work in moral development and ethical relationships. Born on November 28, 1936, in New York City, Gilligan initially pursued a degree in literature at Swarthmore College, where she graduated summa cum laude. She furthered her education with a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Radcliffe College and a Ph.D. in social psychology from Harvard University. Gilligan’s groundbreaking work “In a Different Voice,” published in 1982, challenged the male-centric theories of moral development proposed by her mentor, Lawrence Kohlberg. Her research emphasized the importance of care and relationships in moral reasoning, particularly in women, and has had a lasting impact on psychology, education, and feminist theory. Throughout her distinguished career, Gilligan has held various academic positions, including at Harvard University, where she was the first professor of Gender Studies. She later joined New York University as a University Professor, continuing her research and teaching.

5 Interesting Facts about Carol Gilligan

1. Carol Gilligan was a student and later a colleague of Lawrence Kohlberg, whose work she critically expanded upon.

2. She was named one of the 25 most influential Americans by Time magazine in 1996.

3. Gilligan’s book “In a Different Voice” has been translated into over fifteen languages.

4. She has received the Heinz Award for Human Condition in 1998.

5. Gilligan co-authored “The Deepening Darkness: Patriarchy, Resistance, and Democracy’s Future” with David Richards, exploring the intersections of psychology, ethics, and democracy.