Meghan Wilson

Meghan Wilson is an Assistant Professor of American Politics and Public Policy at Michigan State University, focusing on the intersection between urban development, public finance, and racial equity. As a Detroit native, her work is deeply informed by firsthand experiences with the socio-economic challenges faced by marginalized communities.

• Former Research Fellow at the Race and Capitalism Project, University of Chicago

Research Interests:
Wilson examines how public institutions navigate financial crises and racialized policies in urban development, particularly in cities with high populations of racially marginalized residents. Her book project investigates public finance frameworks and their implications for urban governance, while her article "Black Cities on Brownfield" addresses environmental racism and climate resilience.

Recent Work Trends:
Her 2025 article on Detroit's housing crisis highlights the growing vulnerability of children in unsheltered homelessness, linking systemic failures in housing policy to broader financial restructuring debates.

Advising & Advocacy:
Wilson has designed programs for food access and land procurement, demonstrating her commitment to translating academic insights into community solutions.