Lisa Wade is an American sociologist, author, and professor. She is best known for her scholarship on gender, sexuality, and culture, and for her public intellectual work. Wade earned her Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and has taught at Occidental College and Tulane University. She is widely recognized for her book "American Hookup: The New Culture of Sex on Campus," which provides an in-depth exploration of the complexities surrounding contemporary collegiate hookup culture. Through her writing and research, Wade often addresses issues of inequality and advocates for progressive change. Her work has been featured in various media outlets, and she contributes to public discourse on sociology and its impact on everyday life.