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Nella Van Dyke is a Professor of Sociology at the University of California, Merced, affiliated with the School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts. Her research bridges social movement theory, hate crime analysis, and LGBTQ+ student experiences.
- Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Arizona (1999)
- B.A. with Distinction from the University of Michigan
Her work investigates how social environments shape collective action, including:
- White supremacist protest patterns (1948–1997)
- Coalition dynamics in social movements
- LGBTQ+ identity disclosure in college admissions
- Rhetorical strategies in sexual assault advocacy
Key publication trends include:
- Focus on intersection of political threats and coalition formation
- Analysis of racial justice and labor movements
- Examination of LGBTQ+ campus experiences
- Historical studies of right-wing mobilization
Contact: nvandyke@ucmerced.edu
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