Contemporary Challenges to Masculinity - James Lowe - June 21st - Friday Night Lecture

Many men find themselves fighting a war on two fronts. The material changes of the modern era (with its industrial, technological and now digital revolutions) have combined with the world-view shift to secularism to alienate men from work, others and even themselves. More recently, masculinity itself has been decried as ‘toxic’ and consequently a source of great evil. Plenty of data and cultural commentary attest to a growing concern for men, but also to confusion at the array of solutions offered. So, how did we get here, and what clear path can we chart through these stormy waters? Click for Slides and Additional Info James Lowe is a recent transplant from England with his wife and four children. He gained a BA in International Media and Communication Studies from the University of Nottingham before going on to work as a hospital based EMT for several years. James and his wife Imogen initially worked for the English L’Abri and joined the Rochester team in the spring of 2023. He enjoys reading, hiking and importing as much English culture as legally permitted.