Emerald L. Christopher

Emerald L. Christopher is an Adjunct Lecturer and Secondary Adjunct Faculty at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies (SCS), where she contributes to the Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies program. Her academic background includes a PhD in Language, Literacy, and Culture from the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC), and two Master of Arts degrees from George Washington University: one in Women's and Gender Studies and another in Education Administration. Prior to academia, she worked as a university administrator handling disciplinary cases involving sexual assault and physical violence.

• Education:
• PhD: University of Maryland Baltimore County (Language, Literacy, and Culture)
• MA: George Washington University (Women's and Gender Studies)
• MA: George Washington University (Education Administration)

Research Interests: Dr. Christopher examines how systemic oppression intersects with race, class, gender, and sexuality to shape public policy and institutional structures. Her work critiques institutional responses to violence against marginalized women, with a focus on the socio-political dimensions of equity and justice. She also explores the role of language and cultural narratives in perpetuating or challenging power dynamics within education and social systems.

Professional Experience: Before entering academia, Dr. Christopher’s administrative work centered on addressing campus violence, particularly sexual assault, reflecting her commitment to social justice advocacy. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges education policy, feminist theory, and critical race studies.