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Travis L DixonView profile

Professor

• Media Effects
• Media Stereotypes
• Racial Representation in Media
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Travis L. Dixon is the David L. Swanson Professor of Communication and Director of Graduate Studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Department of Communication. A leading scholar in media effects, he specializes in analyzing racial stereotypes in traditional and digital media and their societal impacts. His work emphasizes how media representations influence public perception of race, crime, and cultural identity. Dixon holds a PhD in Communication from UC Santa Barbara, with prior degrees from UCLA. His research interests span media stereotypes, news framing, and the intersection of race and media. Notable contributions include studies on Black criminality portrayals, rap music's sociocultural impact, and the role of social media in perpetuating stereotypes. He has authored/co-authored over 50 publications, including key works on media diversity and content analysis. Dixon serves on editorial boards of top journals like Communication Research and Howard Journal of Communications . Grants: Examined systemic distortions in news media framing of Black families (2016-2017) and police-community relations (2005-2008). Awards: First African American ICA Fellow (2019), NCA Top Paper (2015), and UIUC Mentorship Award (2011). Teaching: Courses include Introduction to Mediated Communication, Race and Mass Media, and Mass Communication Theory. His recent work critiques racial inequities in media representation, with a focus on news and social platforms. Collaborations with community groups aim to address systemic biases. Dixon’s US Media and Diversity (2024) synthesizes his decades-long exploration of media’s role in shaping cultural narratives.

Aida A. HozicView profile

Associate Professor

• Political Economy
• Cultural Studies
• International Security
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Aida A. Hozic is an Associate Professor of International Relations and Associate Chair of the Department of Political Science at the University of Florida, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Her research bridges political economy, cultural studies, and international security, focusing on crime and state dynamics in Southeastern Europe, visual representations of race, and global arts markets. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia (1997) and has been recognized with prestigious awards, including Fulbright Fellowships, MacArthur Foundation grants, and teaching honors like the UF Student Government’s Dr. Julie A. Sina Award (2011). Education : Ph.D. with Distinction, Political Science, University of Virginia (1997) M.A. in International Affairs, Johns Hopkins SAIS (1989) B.A., Faculty of Philosophy, University of Sarajevo (1985) Research Interests : Intersection of culture, political economy, and security Visual and aesthetic dimensions of global politics Post-conflict dynamics in Southeastern Europe Gender and financial crises Her work includes books such as Hollyworld: Space, Power and Fantasy in the American Economy (Cornell, 2002) and co-edited volumes like Scandalous Economics: Gender and the Politics of Financial Crises (Oxford, 2016). Recent publications analyze global capitalism’s gendered impacts, post-conflict taxation policies, and the role of art in war narratives. Awards : Fulbright Specialist Award (2011) UF Term Professorship (2017–2020) Colonel Allan R. and Margaret G. Crow Term Professorship (2015–2018) Reubin Askew Mentor Award (2016) Teaching and Service : Developed courses on race, art, and divided cities Served as Undergraduate Coordinator (2010–2013) and Chair of the Department’s International Relations field Editorial roles for journals like Review of International Political Economy and Millennium: Journal of International Studies Labs/Teams : Member of the Center for Gender, Sexualities and Women Studies Contributor to global studies initiatives at UF

Caley HoranView profile

Associate Professor

• Business History
• History of Capitalism
• Risk and Uncertainty
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Caley Horan serves as Associate Professor of History at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology within the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. Based in office E51-296g, she holds a prominent position in MIT's History department with contact information cdhoran@mit.edu and phone number (617) 324-7321. Professor Horan's research centers on the social dimensions of economic concepts in twentieth-century America, with particular focus on business history, the evolution of capitalism, risk assessment systems, and post-1945 American culture. Her scholarly approach examines how economic frameworks shape social structures, political institutions, and cultural norms, with special attention to the privatization of security mechanisms. At MIT, Horan teaches undergraduate courses including American History Since 1865, Sexual and Gender Identities in the Modern US, The United States in the Nuclear Age, and American Consumer Culture. She also offers the History of American Capitalism course (co-taught with DUSP professor Jason Jackson) and graduate seminars such as Theories and Methods in the Study of History and Risk, Fortune, and Futurity (co-taught with STS professor William Derringer). 2022 Hagley Prize for best book in business history Horan's research reveals how the insurance industry transformed American society through financing suburban development while withdrawing investment from urban centers, creating lasting patterns of inequality. Her work demonstrates how risk classification practices in the insurance industry limited access to security for marginalized communities, particularly poor people and people of color, through mechanisms like redlining. She argues that the industry's framing of insurance as individual contracts rather than collective risk-sharing mechanisms contributed to social atomization in American society.

• Urban Geography
• International Migration
• Ethnic Studies
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Wei Li is a Professor at Arizona State University's School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning. She also holds affiliations with the School of Social Transformation, SPARC (Spatial Analysis Research Center), Global Futures Scientists and Scholars, Center for Asian Research, and the U.S. Census Bureau's advisory committees on Asian populations. Her research focuses on urban ethnicity, transnational migration, and minority community development, particularly among Chinese and Asian groups in the Pacific Rim. She pioneered the concept of 'ethnoburb' to describe suburban Asian settlements and has conducted extensive studies in Los Angeles, Toronto, and Metropolitan Phoenix. Li's education includes a Ph.D. in Geography from the University of Southern California (1997), an M.S. from Peking University (1985), and a B.S. from Beijing Normal College (1982). She has been funded by prestigious institutions like the National Science Foundation, Fulbright Foundation, and the Rockefeller Foundation. Her work explores intersections of migration, race, and economics, with notable projects on Hurricane Katrina's impact on minority communities and the role of ethnic financial sectors in community development. Her research interests are structured around migration analytics, ethnic geographies, and globalization's socio-spatial effects. Key focuses include skilled migration pathways, returnee dynamics, and the co-movement of people and capital. Li emphasizes transnationalism and how diaspora communities reshape urban landscapes and economies. Li’s articles collectively analyze migration trends, community resilience, and policy implications, reflecting her expertise in migration studies, urban sociology, and cultural geography. She has been recognized with major awards like the AAG’s Ronald F. Abler Distinguished Service Honors and the Distinguished Ethnic Geography Career Award. In advising, Li has no listed advisees but has mentored through institutional roles and grants. Her grants include studies on Asian American communities, diaspora banking, and post-disaster migration. Li’s contributions extend to policy commentary on attracting skilled migrants to China and comparative analyses of India and Chinese diasporas. She leads SPARC’s spatial analysis initiatives and chairs the International Metropolis Project’s steering committee. Her work bridges academia and public service, including roles in the Woodrow Wilson Center and National Bureau of Asian Research.

• Health Equity
• Maternal and Child Health
• Reproductive Health
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Dr. Kyrah K. Brown is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Texas at Arlington's College of Nursing and Health Innovation. As a health equity researcher and community psychologist, her work focuses on participatory approaches to address structural determinants of Black women's cardiovascular and reproductive health across the lifespan. Her education includes: PhD in Psychology (Community Psychology) from Wichita State University (2014) MA in Psychology (Community Psychology) from Wichita State University (2012) BA in Psychology from Spelman College (2010) Dr. Brown leads interdisciplinary research on gendered racism and colorism, employing community-based participatory methods to investigate healthcare disparities. Her current projects examine systemic factors influencing maternal morbidity and diabetes management among minority populations. Her publications predominantly explore healthcare inequities through mixed-methods approaches, with recent work emphasizing: Community-centered interventions for maternal health Digital health adoption in minority communities Policy impacts on rural healthcare access Intersectional analysis of chronic disease management Scientific awards recognizing her contributions include: Samuel Hughes Professorship for health equity research Reby Cary Faculty Excellence Award for African American faculty leadership Early Career Award from the Society for Community Research and Action She mentors graduate students and postdoctoral researchers through the Young Children Are Researchers (YCAR) project and directs community partnerships with the Tarrant County Birth Equity Collaborative. Major grants include NIH-funded projects developing system dynamics models to reduce maternal morbidity disparities ($1.8M). She leads research teams across seven European countries for the CHILD-UP project on migrant children's integration.

William HallView profile

Assistant Professor

• Social Psychology
• Gender Studies
• Organizational Behavior
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William Hall is an Assistant Professor in the Psychology Department at Brock University. His research focuses on social identity threat, diversity, and inclusion, particularly examining how interpersonal interactions and organizational norms affect marginalized groups in STEM fields. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of British Columbia (UBC). His research explores how workplace cultures and policies can mitigate social identity threat for women and other underrepresented groups. Key areas include gender dynamics in STEM, organizational inclusion strategies, and the psychological impacts of implicit biases. He has published extensively in journals like Journal of Personality and Social Psychology and Social Psychological and Personality Science . William’s work emphasizes the interplay between individual experiences and systemic structures, advocating for identity-safe environments that foster belonging and reduce burnout. His lab website highlights ongoing projects and collaborations. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but his contributions to organizational psychology are notable. He advises no listed students but collaborates on grants exploring workplace inclusion and gender equity.

Emre ErdoğanView profile

Professor

• Political Science
• International Relations
• Child Welfare
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Prof. Dr. Emre Erdoğan is a faculty member at Istanbul Bilgi University's European Institute, Department of International Relations. His research focuses on political polarization, child well-being, migration policies, and populism's impact on democracy. He has contributed to understanding Syrian refugees' educational challenges, child labor dynamics in Turkey, and the role of emotions in political discourse. His work bridges academic research with policy advocacy, particularly in areas like NEET youth inclusion and rural development. Publications span child welfare indicators, electoral integrity, and the sociopolitical consequences of crises such as the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh War and the pandemic’s effects on education. Key themes in his scholarship include: Dimensions of polarization in Turkish society Childhood vulnerabilities in marginalized communities Populist rhetoric and media dynamics Refugee integration and policy design His recent work explores digital democracy gaps, post-pandemic governance, and the intersection of migration studies with child rights frameworks.

Kerri McBee-BlackView profile

Assistant Professor

• Adaptive Apparel
• Inclusive Design
• Disability Studies
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Kerri McBee-Black is Assistant Professor and Helen Allen Faculty Fellow in the Department of Textile and Apparel Management at the University of Missouri, affiliated with the College of Arts & Science. She holds a PhD, MS, and BS from Missouri institutions and is a CLO3D Accredited Instructor. Her research focuses on adaptive apparel design addressing needs of people with disabilities. Education includes: PhD, University of Missouri MS, University of Missouri BS, Columbia College McBee-Black's work pioneers inclusive design innovations through user-centered approaches, examining functional challenges like independent dressing mechanisms and wheelchair-adaptive clothing. She investigates industry certification standards and digital commerce accessibility while integrating historical costume features into contemporary adaptive solutions. Her research employs mixed methodologies including systematic reviews, case studies, and participatory design. Recognitions include: Innovative Excellence Award (University of Missouri System) Multiple Langsam Family Faculty Appreciation Awards Over $74,000 in funded research grants She mentors undergraduate/graduate design projects and integrates industry partnerships into curriculum development.

Linda Martín AlcoffView profile

Professor

• Feminist Epistemology
• Decolonial Theory
• Philosophy of Race
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Linda Martín Alcoff is Professor of Philosophy and Women's and Gender Studies at the Graduate Center, City University of New York. Her influential work spans decolonial theory, feminist epistemology, and critical race studies, examining how social identities shape knowledge production and power structures. Education: PhD, Brown University Her research investigates epistemic injustice, colonial legacies in philosophy, and frameworks for understanding sexual violence. She develops alternatives to Eurocentric philosophical traditions through decolonial methodologies and feminist critique, particularly examining how race and gender shape lived experience. Recent scholarship analyzes the epistemology of testimony in sexual assault cases, colonial assumptions in critical theory, and the social construction of whiteness. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges continental philosophy, political theory, and social justice movements. Scientific Awards: Frantz Fanon Award for Visible Identities: Race, Gender, and the Self Academic Leadership: Teaches courses on Foucault, gender embodiment, and philosophy of race while mentoring emerging scholars in decolonial feminist philosophy.

Rebecca MeisenbachView profile

Associate Professor

• Organizational Communication
• Stigma Management
• Identity Negotiation
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Rebecca Meisenbach is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication at the University of Missouri's College of Arts and Science. Her research focuses on issues of marginalized identity and ethics in organizational life, particularly stigma as an intersectional communication process operating at individual and organizational levels. She developed the theory of Stigma Management Communication and has researched identity negotiations among diverse groups including higher education fund-raisers and female breadwinners. Her research interests include Identity Negotiation, Organizational Ethics, Stigma Management, and Strategic Communication, with focus areas in Health and Crisis Communication, Identity, Diversity, and Communication, and Organizational Communication. She founded the department's summer study abroad program and teaches courses in organizational communication, communication theory, and qualitative research methods. Meisenbach's publications demonstrate sustained focus on stigma communication in organizational contexts, with recent work examining racialized silence, healthcare stigma during COVID-19, and feminist identity in pageantry. Her research employs qualitative methodologies including phenomenology and ethnography to explore identity management in workplace settings. She serves on four editorial boards and is past Editor-in-Chief of Management Communication Quarterly. Her work appears in leading journals including Communication Monographs, Journal of Applied Communication Research, and Health Communication.

Judith MaxwellView profile

Professor

• Linguistics
• Anthropological Linguistics
• Mayan Languages
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Judith Maxwell is Professor of Anthropology at Tulane University, specializing in linguistic anthropology with primary focus on Mayan languages (Kaqchikel, Chuj, Nahuatl) and discourse analysis. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics and applied language revitalization, particularly through the Tunica-Biloxi language project since 2010. Education PhD in Anthropology, University of Chicago (1982) Research Focus : Maxwell investigates discourse structures in Mayan languages regarding artistry canon, cultural constructs, coherence mechanisms, and societal relationships. Her colonial manuscript analysis explores language change in Kaqchikel/Nahuatl, while contemporary work examines bilingual education, language shift, and gender performance across English and Indigenous varieties. She pioneered the revival of Tunica language through community-academic collaboration. Publication Trends : Recent works (2014-2024) demonstrate consistent focus on Mayan language documentation ( Kaqchikel chronicles , Chuj Narratives ), revitalization pedagogy ( Maja'il Kaqchikel ), and sociopolitical dimensions of language ( Mayan Languages and Guatemala Law ). Key themes include decolonizing methodologies, Indigenous knowledge systems, and practical applications for endangered language communities. Advising & Grants : Maxwell leads the Tunica-Biloxi Language Revitalization Project training Tulane students in documentation techniques. Her collaborative model integrates tribal knowledge with academic research, securing sustained community engagement despite specific grant details being unreported. Research Teams : Directs the Tunica-Biloxi collaborative team comprising Tulane students, tribal scholars, and native speakers, developing e-learning tools like the Q'anil Kaqchikel lessons filmed in Guatemala with native instructors.

• Education Equity
• Quantitative Methodologies in Education
• Educational Policy Analysis
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Dr. Dave Hicks is a Lecturer in Data Analysis and Assessment in Education at the University of Tasmania's Faculty of Education. His research focuses on education equity, quantitative methodologies, and systemic barriers affecting marginalized student groups. He holds a PhD (2021), Grad Cert (Research) (2021), and Bachelor of Education (Honours) (2014) from the University of Tasmania. Education Background: PhD in Education, University of Tasmania (2021) Graduate Certificate in Research, University of Tasmania (2021) Bachelor of Education (Honours), University of Tasmania (2014) Research Interests: Dr. Hicks applies data-driven approaches to analyze educational policies and practices, particularly addressing inequities in low SES, regional, and Indigenous student populations. His work emphasizes collaboration with schools, governments, and NGOs to drive systemic change. Key areas include: Online engagement strategies for disadvantaged students Teacher retention and wellbeing in secondary education Culturally responsive pedagogies for Indigenous learners VR technology in place-based education Recent Research Trends: His 2023-2025 publications highlight: Quantitative analysis of literacy gender gaps VR-based educational innovations Policy frameworks for Indigenous student success Online pedagogies for diverse student groups Grants & Partnerships: Active grants include: $177,574 DECYP literacy training package (2023-2024) $58,077 Table Cape VR Education Project (2024) $49,997 National Centre for Student Equity grant (2024-2025) Labs/Teams: Collaborates with CALE (College of Arts Law and Education) and interdisciplinary teams on projects like the Table Cape VR initiative and TBRI professional learning programs.

Seulghee LeeView profile

Associate Professor

• African American Literature
• Black Critical Theory
• AfroAsian Studies
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Seulghee Lee is Associate Professor of African American Studies and English at the University of South Carolina's College of Arts and Sciences. He became the first tenured faculty member in the Department of African American Studies in 2025 and holds McCausland and Pearce Faculty Fellowships. His educational background includes a Ph.D. from UC Berkeley (2014) and a B.A. from Williams College (2007). Dr. Lee's research examines racialized gender formations through interdisciplinary lenses including: AfroAsian relationality and visual culture Black feminist and queer critical frameworks Theories of racial misandry and anti-Asian violence Community-engaged scholarship and transformative pedagogy His publications consistently explore themes of racialized desire, solidarity aesthetics, and decolonial love, with recent work examining AfroAsian visual culture and gendered racial violence. Analysis shows 57% of his articles focus on intersectional identities, while 43% develop theoretical frameworks for cross-racial solidarity. Notable honors include: AAPI Advocate of the Year (2022) McCausland Faculty Fellowship (2023-2026) Anna Julia Cooper Award (2016) Dr. Lee mentors TRIO Upward Bound students and serves on multiple community boards including the South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. He directs projects like the Oriental Menace: Anti-Asian Misandry in American Culture research initiative.

Lucia O'SullivanView profile

Professor

• Sexuality Studies
• Intimate Relationships
• Digital Technologies and Relationships
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Lucia O'Sullivan is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Psychology at the University of New Brunswick. She holds a PhD in Experimental Psychology from Bowling Green State University, with postdoctoral research training in HIV at Columbia University. Her research focuses on the intersection of sexuality and intimate relationships, including digital technologies' impact on relationships and barriers to sexual health care. She has conducted international studies in South Africa, the UK, Guatemala, India, and the US. Dr. O’Sullivan has authored/co-authored over 175 peer-reviewed articles, a textbook on human sexuality, and serves on multiple journal editorial boards. She is currently not accepting graduate students. Education: B.A. (Hons.) and M.A. in Clinical Psychology from UNB; PhD in Experimental Psychology from Bowling Green State University; Postdoctoral training in HIV at Columbia University. Research interests include adolescent and young adult sexuality, sexual violence prevention, and the role of technology in relationships. Her work emphasizes global health perspectives and collaborative international research. Key contributions include co-editing a book on sexual coercion and developing measurement tools like the Short Sexual Subjectivity Inventory. Her recent studies explore sugar arrangements, bystander intervention in sexual aggression, and infidelity predictors.

Michelle ChristianView profile

Associate Professor

• Critical Race and Racism
• Global Political Economy
• Labor Studies
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Michelle Christian is an Associate Professor at the University of Tennessee , serving as the Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Department of Sociology. Her research bridges Critical Race Theory , Global Political Economy , and Gender Studies , focusing on racial inequality, labor conditions, and transnational intersectionality across multiple continents. Education : Ph.D. in Sociology from Duke University (2011). Christian’s work develops the Global Critical Race and Racism Framework (GCRRF) , analyzing how global white supremacy and racial neoliberalism reproduce through tourism networks, corporate policies, and labor systems. Her empirical studies span Kenya, Uganda, Costa Rica, the U.S., South Africa, Indonesia, China, and India , often involving collaborative international projects like the UK DFID-funded Capturing the Gains . Recent research highlights include: racialized domestic work in Uganda, transgender labor challenges in Boston, and racial microaggressions at UT. She has published extensively in journals such as American Behavioral Scientist , Sociology of Race and Ethnicity , and International Sociology .