Roc Rochon

Roc Rochon is a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Educational Leadership at the Neag School of Education, University of Connecticut. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Sport Management from Florida State University, an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of South Florida, and a B.S. in Sport and Leisure Management from Eastern Connecticut State University. Rochon’s research focuses on intersections of sport, gender, and social justice, with a particular emphasis on LGBTQ+ rights, racial politics, and public health advocacy.

His work explores themes such as athlete activism, media representation of marginalized communities, and the sociocultural implications of binary systems in sports and education. Recent publications address topics ranging from ceasefire advocacy through sport boycotts to the lived experiences of Black queer and nonbinary individuals. Rochon’s research often employs intersectionality frameworks to analyze systemic inequities and propose actionable solutions.

While no formal awards are listed, his engagement with critical contemporary issues underscores his commitment to transformative research. His current projects include studies on pandemic impacts on trans communities and reimagining body autonomy narratives through oral histories. Rochon’s interdisciplinary approach bridges education policy, sport management, and social activism, positioning him as a thought leader in equitable systems design.