Christine Percheski

Christine Percheski is an Associate Professor of Sociology at Northwestern University, specializing in quantitative research on economic inequality, family dynamics, and health policy in the United States. Her work bridges demographic methods with sociological analysis to explore structural disparities.

Areas of Interest:

• Family
• Demography
• Stratification and Social Inequality
• Work and Occupations
• Health

Courses Taught:

• AMERICAN FAMILIES AFTER THE SEXUAL REVOLUTION
• FAMILIES AND SOCIETY
• DEMOGRAPHY
• FAMILY AND SOCIAL LEARNING
• FAMILIES: A GLOBAL APPROACH
• SOCIOLOGY OF FAMILIES

Research Trends: Her publications focus on family structure, wealth distribution, racial disparities, and policy impacts, with longitudinal studies spanning 1975-2019. Articles address topics like maternal employment, fertility behavior, and health insurance access.

Scientific Awards:

• NSF-funded project on wealth trends in households with children and the elderly