Stacy Keogh

Dr. Stacy Keogh is a Professor in the Department of Marriage & Family Therapy at Whitworth University since 2013. She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of New Mexico and a B.A. from George Fox University. Her research focuses on social movements, political sociology, religion, and comparative sociology. She has authored influential works like Ring by Spring: Navigating Relationships at Christian Colleges (2019) exploring relationship norms in religious academic settings.

Dr. Keogh's work bridges academia and practice, offering marriage and family therapy through Northwest Systems Therapy. Her therapeutic approach integrates sociological insights on race, gender, and religion, emphasizing holistic client support. She teaches courses like SOC 120 (Introduction to Sociology), SOC 296 (Globalization), and SOC 396 (Sociology of Sport). Media engagements include a 2022 podcast on post-pandemic socioemotional health and features in VICE and The Chronicle of Higher Education.

Her research spans diverse topics from Tea Party religious culture to gender dynamics in hunting, reflecting her interdisciplinary interests. Dr. Keogh is licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #LF61420150), combining clinical practice with academic rigor.