Overview
- Psychology professor Nicole McNichols invited Ari Kytsya to speak to her PSYCH 210 human sexuality class, describing her as a relevant firsthand voice on digital labor.
- University spokesperson Victor Balta said the 200‑level course addresses ethical pornography and fosters frank discussion among adult students.
- Kytsya framed the talk as personal testimony rather than formal instruction, saying she discussed the sex industry’s opportunities and dangers.
- The presentation, titled “Surviving Digital Economies,” examined sexual economics, online persona performance, and the psychology of sexualized digital spaces.
- The appearance drew public criticism as well as support from those who view sex work and influencer culture as legitimate academic subjects, with no disciplinary action reported.