Catalano, D. Chase J.2020-01-222020-01-222017-03-160951-8398http://hdl.handle.net/10919/96540In this methodological reflective manuscript, I explore my decision to use a grounded theoretical approach to my dissertation study on trans* men in higher education. Specifically, I question whether grounded theory as a methodology is capable of capturing the complexity and capaciousness of trans*-masculine experiences. Through the lenses of social justice and Critical Trans Politics I question whether theory generation with so little published about trans* men in research puts limitations on the possibilities of liberation for trans* men. I suggest researchers consider utilizing exploratory research to understand the experiences of trans* men instead of theorizing about their lived experiences.Pages 234-244application/pdfenIn Copyright1303 Specialist Studies in Education1608 SociologyEducationArticle - Refereed2020-01-22https://doi.org/10.1080/09518398.2016.1254301303Catalano, D Chase [0000-0002-1674-4448]1366-5898