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Blake R. Silver is an Associate Professor at George Mason University's Department of Sociology and Anthropology. He also serves as Director of Educational Pathways & Faculty Development in the Honors College and Director of the Education & Health Research Hub within the Center for Social Science Research.
- PhD in Sociology, University of Virginia
- MA in Sociology, University of Virginia
- MA in Higher Education, George Washington University
- BA in English, George Mason University
Dr. Silver's research explores culture, social stratification, and higher education, focusing on how institutions perpetuate or challenge inequality. Key projects include analyzing college students' educational pathways, senior-year transitions for second-generation immigrant students, and the role of campus art and architecture in shaping inclusion. His work has been supported by grants from the American Sociological Association, Jefferson Scholars Foundation, and NASPA Foundation.
His articles emphasize educational equity, identity formation among marginalized groups, and structural barriers in higher education. Trends in his publications highlight intersections of socioeconomic status, immigration status, and gender in determining student outcomes.
- Scientific Awards: Jefferson Fellow
Dr. Silver has advised doctoral students including LeNaya Hezel, Sara Montiel, and Chris Fiorello. His leadership roles span the Honors College and Center for Social Science Research. He also co-edited Supporting College Students of Immigrant Origin (2024) and authored The Cost of Inclusion (2020).
