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Crista Hogan serves as an Executive-in-Residence and instructor in the Department of Political Science and International Affairs at Drury University, where she has taught courses including 'Women and Politics' and 'Law and Society' since 2022. Her academic role complements her professional position as Executive Director of the Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association (since 2001) and Springfield Metropolitan Bar Foundation, following a decade of legal practice. Her leadership has earned local, state, and national recognition for innovative justice initiatives.
Education:
- BBA in Business Economics and Public Policy, George Washington University (1985)
- J.D., The University of Tulsa School of Law (1988)
Her research interests bridge legal practice and political theory, focusing on gender dynamics in governance, societal impacts of legal systems, professional ethics in law, and civic leadership development. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates practical legal experience with academic inquiry.
Civic engagement constitutes a significant dimension of her profile:
- Past President: Junior League of Springfield
- Former Commissioner: Missouri Public Defender Commission
- Current Member: Missouri Supreme Court Commission on Racial and Ethnic Fairness
Her work extends beyond academia through advocacy for judicial equity and community service, alongside her spouse, Springfield City Councilman Abe McGull.
