Jennifer Levi is a Professor of Law at Western New England University School of Law , specializing in Transgender Rights , Gender & the Law , and Constitutional Law . She holds an A.B. from Wellesley College and a J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School. Education: A.B., Wellesley College J.D., University of Chicago Law School Background: Senior Staff Attorney, Gay and Lesbian Advocates and Defenders (GLAD) Visiting Professor, Chicago-Kent College of Law Associate Attorney, Chicago law firms Clerk, U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit Her research focuses on LGBTQ rights , gender identity discrimination , and marriage equality , with a strong emphasis on intersectional advocacy. Recent publications analyze conversion therapy , transgender healthcare access , and disability rights under the ADA. Key trends in her work include litigation strategies for transgender equality , legal frameworks for gender expression , and interdisciplinary approaches combining medical and constitutional law . She has served as co-counsel in landmark cases like Goodridge et al. v. Department of Public Health , which established marriage equality in Massachusetts. Her advocacy spans anti-bullying laws , reproductive technology , and probation restrictions on procreative rights.
Deborah Zalesne is a Professor of Law at the City University of New York School of Law, specializing in contract, corporate, and commercial law. Her research focuses on family/intimate contracts, legal pedagogy, gender discrimination, and sexual harassment law. She co-authored Teaching To Every Student and contributed to the Contracting Law casebook. Her scholarship bridges theoretical and applied law, addressing societal issues like racial inequality in contracting and reproductive technology’s impact on family law. Zalesne’s work spans over three decades, with notable contributions to sexual harassment law, including analyses of its applicability across gender and cultural contexts. She serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Legal Education . Her publications emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, linking legal theory to social justice and pedagogical innovation. Recent work addresses access to healthcare for marginalized groups, such as Afro-Colombian survivors of conflict-related violence. Her academic contributions include over 20 scholarly articles, focusing on contractual theory, feminist legal critiques, and educational methodologies. She actively engages in legal reform efforts through writing and advocacy, reflecting her commitment to equity in both law and education.
Stan Malos serves as Professor at San José State University's Lucas College and Graduate School of Business, specializing in Management. With dual terminal degrees (J.D. and Ph.D.), he maintains active engagement in employment law research and academic leadership within business education. Education: Ph.D. from Purdue University M.B.A. from University of Washington J.D. from UCLA School of Law B.S. from University of Oregon Professor Malos focuses on legal dimensions of human resource management , with particular expertise in employment discrimination, gig economy worker classification, and strategic human capital development. His research bridges organizational behavior with legal compliance frameworks, examining how stereotype biases manifest in workplace systems and how regulatory environments shape global staffing decisions. Current work investigates evolving challenges in technology-driven labor markets and post-9/11 discrimination patterns. His publication record shows consistent output in top journals including Academy of Management Journal and Employee Responsibilities and Rights Journal , with increasing focus on immigration status discrimination and appearance-based sex discrimination in recent years. Methodologically, his work combines legal analysis with empirical organizational research. Professional Recognition: Editorial Board Member for multiple journals (2005-2020) U.S. Supreme Court Judicial Fellowship Program Finalist (2002) SJSU Teacher Scholars Program participant (2001-2002) Visiting Professor at University of Auckland and Calgary (2002) Professor Malos teaches Business Law/Ethics and Strategic Human Capital Management, with extensive experience developing curriculum for both undergraduate and graduate programs. His industry consulting focuses on discrimination case analysis and media commentary on employment law issues. He has presented research at major conferences including Academy of Management and Society for Industrial/Organizational Psychology meetings across North America and Europe.
Reuben A. Buford May is Professor of Sociology and Department Head at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, within the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. He is also a Florian Znaniecki Professorial Scholar and an affiliate of the Center for Social and Behavioral Science. His academic leadership and teaching excellence have been recognized nationally and institutionally. His research spans urban sociology, racial and ethnic dynamics, and the sociology of sport. Key themes include racial exclusion in public nightlife, mentorship in STEM, and youth development through sports. He employs ethnographic and qualitative methods, often linking his work to legal and policy implications. His recent publications (2021–2025) focus on adolescent sports and health, mentor-protégé relationships, and ongoing studies of urban nightlife exclusion. These works reflect interdisciplinary engagement with public health, education, and critical race theory. His scholarship combines empirical rigor with attention to social justice. Fellow, President’s Executive Leadership Program (2024) Minnie Stevens Piper Professor Award (2018) Presidential Professor for Teaching Excellence, Texas A&M (2017) NAACP 'Best Professor Award' (2017) Glasscock University Professorship (2015) Association of Former Students Distinguished Achievement Award (2013) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Visiting Professor, MIT (2010) Sheila Biddle Ford Foundation Fellowship, Harvard (2009) May has served as Co-PI on a $4M NSF grant (Louis Stokes STEM Pathways) and PI on a study of dress codes and discrimination in urban nightlife. He has advised numerous students and integrates creative pedagogy, including using rap (under the name Reginald S. Stuckey) to engage students on complex sociological topics. He is affiliated with the Department of Sociology and the Center for Social and Behavioral Science, contributing to interdisciplinary research clusters and academic leadership at the university level.
Dr. Tina Opie is an Associate Professor in the Management Division at Babson College , where she teaches organizational behavior courses to undergraduates and MBA students. She earned her Ph.D. in Management from New York University's Stern School of Business (2010), an MBA from the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business (1999), and a BBA from James Madison University . Her academic journey reflects a deep commitment to understanding organizational dynamics through multiple lenses. Ph.D., New York University MBA, University of Virginia Darden School of Business BBA, James Madison University Dr. Opie’s research focuses on creating inclusive organizations by leveraging individual differences and promoting equity. She investigates conditions that motivate peripheral employees to engage, and explores reducing weight-based discrimination by shifting focus from appearance to health. Her Shared Sisterhood framework, developed with Dr. Beth Livingston, has become a cornerstone for addressing systemic inequities in corporate environments. Her publications and presentations reveal a consistent focus on intersectional leadership , authenticity in workplaces, and dismantling systemic biases. The Shared Sisterhood book and methodology have been widely recognized, including Forbes 10 Best Business Books of 2022 and the George R. Terry Book Award (2024) . George R. Terry Book Award (2024) Thinkers50 Breakthrough Idea Shortlist (2023) Forbes Best Business Books (2022) As founder of the Opie Consulting Group LLC , she has worked with 12 organizations—including American Express, Hulu, and the NFL —to implement DEI initiatives. Her approach combines academic rigor with practical application, making her a sought-after consultant and keynote speaker who helps organizations navigate complex equity issues through vulnerability, trust, and collective action.
Dr. Cecilia Shelton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of English at the University of Maryland, specializing in Black feminist technical rhetoric at the intersection of cultural rhetorics, digital activism, and antiracist pedagogy. Her scholarship explores how embodied rhetorical practices in Black activism function as technical communication and examines power dynamics in writing classrooms and centers. Shelton's work has appeared in journals including Praxis , Interdisciplinary Journal of Popular Culture and Pedagogy , and Journal of Multimodal Rhetorics . Her research agenda centers on decolonial methodologies in technical communication and their potential to advance equity in educational and workplace contexts.
Christy Zhou Koval is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Management at Michigan State University's Broad College of Business. Her research focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), particularly examining workplace discrimination, gender and racial bias, and organizational behavior. She explores topics such as accent discrimination, natural hair bias, and the challenges faced by female freelancers in breaking through the 'glass wall.' Dr. Koval's work bridges social psychology and organizational studies, with a focus on policy implications. Her research highlights intersections of gender, race, and labor practices. Notable studies include uncovering biases in recruitment processes against Black women with natural hairstyles and analyzing how framing impacts perceptions of equity. She has contributed to journals such as Organization Science and Harvard Business Review , and her findings have informed policy discussions on workplace inclusivity. Dr. Koval’s articles consistently address systemic inequities, advocating for socially responsible organizational policies. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates insights from sociology, behavioral economics, and management to create actionable frameworks for fostering inclusive workplaces.
Regina Ammicht Quinn is a Professor of Ethics at the International Center for Ethics in Science (IZEW) at the University of Tübingen, where she has served since 2002 and has been the center's spokesperson since 2014. She co-founded and co-directs the Centre for Gender and Diversity Research (ZGD) at the University of Tübingen. Quinn has held numerous significant positions including Deputy Chair of the Scientific Programme Committee on Security Research (BMBF), Chair of the Cyber Valley Public Advisory Board since 2019, and member of the Cluster of Excellence 'Machine Learning in Science.' Her career also includes serving as State Councilor for intercultural and interreligious dialogue in the Baden-Württemberg state government from February 2010 to May 2011. Quinn studied Catholic Theology and German Studies, completed her doctorate on the ethics of theodicy question ("Von Lissabon bis Auschwitz. Zum Paradigmawechsel in der Theodizeefrage," 1992), and wrote her habilitation on body, religion, and sexuality ("Körper, Religion und Sexualität. Theologische Reflexionen zur Ethik der Geschlechter," 1999). Despite being repeatedly denied the necessary church "nihil obstat" for appointments, she has established herself as a leading scholar in ethics, particularly at the intersection of gender, religion, and technology. Her research spans fundamental ethical questions and application-oriented ethical concerns, with particular expertise in security ethics, digital technology ethics, gender discourses, body politics, religious freedom, and theological ethics. Quinn's work consistently addresses how ethical frameworks can respond to contemporary societal challenges, especially those posed by rapidly evolving technologies and shifting cultural norms. She has been particularly vocal about the ethical implications of artificial intelligence, emphasizing how AI systems can perpetuate existing societal inequalities and the need for diverse perspectives in AI development. Quinn's recent publications reveal a strong focus on the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence, gender studies, and digital culture. Her work examines how technology shapes human experience while simultaneously being shaped by existing social structures and power dynamics. A recurring theme is the relationship between ethics and emerging technologies, particularly how ethical frameworks must evolve to address new challenges in digital environments, security systems, and healthcare technologies. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges philosophy, theology, cultural studies, and technology assessment. Professor Quinn has been actively involved in numerous research projects funded by organizations including BMBF (Federal Ministry of Education and Research) and the EU. These projects address critical contemporary issues such as security management (HEIMDALL, SECTOR), privacy in digital environments (Forum Privatheit), gender and diversity in technology (PODESTA), and the ethical implications of surveillance technologies (KRETA, THEBEN). Her work often involves collaborative, interdisciplinary teams tackling complex societal challenges at the intersection of technology, ethics, and policy. As director of the Centre for Gender and Diversity Research and through her leadership roles in initiatives like the Cyber Valley Public Advisory Board and the 'Learning Systems' platform, Quinn has fostered environments for critical ethical reflection on emerging technologies. Her work with the International Center for Ethics in Science has positioned her as a key voice in German and European discussions about responsible research and innovation, particularly regarding AI ethics and security technologies. Quinn's approach emphasizes the importance of diverse perspectives in technological development and the need for ethical considerations to be integrated throughout the research and development process rather than treated as an afterthought.
