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Austin Harrison serves as Assistant Professor of Urban Studies at Rhodes College and Senior Research Fellow for Innovate Memphis, a nonprofit think tank addressing neighborhood-level challenges in Memphis, Tennessee. His academic role includes teaching courses such as Introduction to Urban Studies, Community Development & Action, and Urban Politics & Policy.
His educational qualifications include:
- Ph.D. in Urban Studies from Georgia State University
- Master of Public Administration from the University of Memphis
- Bachelor of Arts in History from Mercer University
Harrison's research centers on neighborhood change, community development, housing policy, and structural disinvestment, with emphasis on Memphis and legacy cities. He investigates evictions, housing vacancy, and data-driven community development approaches, often highlighting racial disparities and socioeconomic vulnerabilities in urban policy contexts.
His scholarly output reveals consistent focus on Memphis housing dynamics, eviction impacts, and neighborhood revitalization strategies. Publications span peer-reviewed journals like Housing Policy Debate and Journal of Urban Affairs, alongside applied research for community organizations, demonstrating strong alignment between academic inquiry and practical urban problem-solving.
No scientific awards were documented in the source material.
Harrison has secured significant research funding including a $101,000 Rhodes College Institute for Health Equity grant, $50,000 Mellon Foundation sub-grant, and $15,000 State Justice Initiative award. The provided materials do not list formal advisees or graduate students.
Through Innovate Memphis, Harrison collaborates with community organizations and city agencies on neighborhood revitalization initiatives, including the Mound Up! project and analyses of tax foreclosures, contributing actionable insights for Memphis community development stakeholders.
