About
Rhucha Samudra is an Assistant Professor holding academic appointments across multiple departments at Augusta University. They are primarily affiliated with the Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (Department of Social Sciences) and the Medical College of Georgia (Department of Population Health Science). Their research focuses on public policy, poverty dynamics, and rural homelessness, with notable publications analyzing cash assistance programs and administrative exclusion in governance.
Education includes a Ph.D. in Public Administration from American University (2016) and an MA in Economics from Georgia State University (2006). They teach courses like Public Policy Analysis and Community Development, emphasizing practical decision-making tools for public administrators.
Samudra has received prestigious awards including the Thomas & Julia Casey Award (2018) and has served on the MPA Admissions Committee since 2019. Their service extends to roles as a journal reviewer and member of the Rochester Monroe County Anti Poverty Initiative. Research interests span policy analysis, social welfare systems, and interdisciplinary approaches to addressing socio-economic disparities.
