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Chris Murray is a Professor in Counseling Psychology & Human Services and Director of the Center on Human Development at the University of Oregon's College of Education. He specializes in teacher-student relationships, adolescent-to-adult transitions, and disabilities. Prior to academia, he worked as a special education teacher and counselor for homeless youth. His research focuses on improving educational and vocational outcomes for individuals with disabilities, supported by over $40 million in federal grants.
Education: PhD in Special Education (University of Washington, 1998), MEd in Special Education (Howard University, 1992), BA in Political Science and Psychology (University of Maryland, 1989).
Research emphasizes evidence-based interventions for youth with disabilities, including cooperative learning strategies, social support networks, and transition planning. His work spans K-12 and postsecondary settings, addressing systemic barriers through community empowerment models. Notable contributions include developing the Inventory of Teacher-Student Relationships and evaluating disability inclusion in higher education.
- Awards: ARCA Research Award (2014), National Rehabilitation Association Editor’s Choice Award (2014), Fund for Faculty Excellence Award (2015).
- Grants: Over $9.9 million from U.S. Department of Education (2024-2029) for employment pathways, $3+ million for University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities.
- Labs/Teams: Leads the Center on Human Development, collaborating with schools and community agencies to implement scalable interventions.
