Adam M. McCready

Adam M. McCready is an Assistant Professor at the University of Connecticut, focusing on higher education contexts. His research bridges social psychology, gender studies, and media studies.

• Academic Rank: Assistant Professor
• University: University of Connecticut
• Email: adam.mccready@uconn.edu

McCready’s research centers on gender dynamics in student organizations, social media impacts on college students, racial equity in educational environments, and hazing behaviors. He frequently examines how masculinity norms influence fraternity culture and student well-being. Recent work explores digital communication patterns and queer inclusion in Greek life.

McCready’s publications span topics including social justice orientation in student organizations, relational leadership development, and instrument validation for racialized aggression metrics. His longitudinal studies analyze how traditional masculine norms correlate with hazing motivations and substance use in fraternities.