Daniel E. Chand

Daniel E. Chand is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Kent State University’s College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on nonprofits in policy processes, immigration policy implementation, and intergovernmental administration. He holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy (University of Arkansas, 2013) and an M.S. in Political Science (Illinois State University, 2005). Prior to academia, Chand worked with nonprofits, political action committees, and served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Zambia (2006–2008).

His research explores topics such as immigration enforcement in sanctuary communities, public-private partnerships in immigration policy, and historical South Asian immigration to the U.S. He has published extensively in journals like Amerasia Journal, Policy Sciences, and Nonprofit Policy Forum, analyzing ICE operations, nonprofit advocacy, and intergovernmental policy challenges. His work bridges academic rigor with policy relevance, addressing contemporary issues like undocumented student support and federal-local partnerships.

Chand teaches courses on Research Methods, Public Policy Analysis, and Administrative Law. He has conducted major surveys on administrative judges and immigration nonprofits, emphasizing policy implementation and institutional dynamics. Notable collaborations include studies on Secure Communities and the role of diversity in law enforcement practices. His op-eds in outlets like the Cleveland Plain Dealer and Beaumont Enterprise highlight his engagement with public discourse on immigration and democratic reforms.