Donna Haraway 1944 - present

Birth

Sep 6, 1944

Donna Haraway was born on September 6, 1944, in Denver, Colorado, USA. Her birthplace in Denver would become the starting point for a life dedicated to exploring the intersections of biology, feminism, and technology.

Colorado College

1962

During her time at Colorado College, Donna Haraway began her educational journey and developed an early interest in biology. This experience marked the foundation of her academic pursuits and set the stage for her future contributions to the fields of science, feminism, and critical theory.

Science for the People

1970

Donna Haraway was involved with "Science for the People" during the 1970s. This organization was known for advocating the social responsibility of scientists and critiquing the political and ethical implications of scientific research.

Yale University

1972

Donna Haraway earned her Ph.D. from Yale University in 1972, marking a significant milestone in her academic journey. Her doctoral work laid the foundation for her later contributions to feminist science studies and critical theory.

Marriage

1972

Donna Haraway was married to Rusten Hogness, a biologist, and they had three children together. Their family life provided a unique perspective for Haraway's exploration of topics at the intersection of science, feminism, and technology, which would become central to her academic work.

University of California

1980

Donna Haraway worked as a professor at the University of California, Santa Cruz, where she played a central role in the History of Consciousness program. During her time there, she became known for her pioneering work at the intersection of feminism, science, and technology, influencing generations of scholars.

Activism

1980

Donna Haraway was actively involved in feminist and anti-nuclear activism during the 1980s and 1990s. Her participation in these movements was driven by a commitment to social and environmental justice, aligning with her broader academic interests in the intersections of science, technology, and feminism

A Cyborg Manifesto

1985

Donna Haraway's "Cyborg Manifesto," published in 1985, is a pivotal work in feminist theory and postmodern thought. In this manifesto, she introduced the concept of the cyborg as a metaphor to challenge traditional boundaries, highlighting the intersections of humans, technology, and feminism in a rapidly changing world.

Situated Knowledges: The Science Question in Feminism and the Privilege of Partial Perspective

1988

Donna Haraway's concept of "situated knowledges," introduced in her essay "Situated Knowledges: The Science Question in Feminism and the Privilege of Partial Perspective" in 1988, challenges the notion of objective, universal knowledge. It emphasizes that all knowledge is shaped by the specific social, historical, and personal contexts from which it arises, and it advocates for a recognition of these situated perspectives in academic and scientific inquiry.

Primate Visions: Gender, Race, and Nature in the World of Modern Science

1989

Donna Haraway's "Primate Visions: Gender, Race, and Nature in the World of Modern Science," published in 1989, is a groundbreaking examination of how gender, race, and cultural biases have influenced the study of primatology and the understanding of human evolution. The book critically explores the historical narratives in the scientific study of primates and how they relate to societal norms and power structures.

J.D. Bernal Award

2005

Donna Haraway was honored with the J.D. Bernal Award for Distinguished Contribution to the Field of Cultural Studies in 2005. This award recognized her significant impact on cultural studies and her innovative work in bridging the worlds of science, technology, and feminism.

Staying with the Trouble

2016

Donna Haraway's "Staying with the Trouble: Making Kin in the Chthulucene," published in 2016, is a thought-provoking work that encourages readers to confront the challenges of our turbulent times. In this book, she explores the possibilities of forming new relationships and alliances with both human and non-human entities in an era defined by ecological crises and technological changes.