Andrew Raridon

Dr. Andrew Raridon is an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Sociology at Mary Baldwin University. His research examines inequality and activism in food systems, with a focus on social movements and sustainable agriculture among young farmers in the US. He teaches courses in criminological theory, race & ethnicity, environmental justice, and social science methodology, emphasizing the interplay between individual agency and societal structures.

Education:

• BA in Anthropology & Sociology, Knox College, Galesburg, IL
• MS in Sociology, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK
• PhD in Sociology, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN

His interdisciplinary research integrates sociology, environmental studies, and justice frameworks to analyze market-movement dynamics in agriculture. Teaching pedagogy prioritizes critical analysis of structural inequalities.

Awards:

• Phi Beta Kappa honor society membership