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David Rangel is an Assistant Professor of Education at Brown University, specializing in the sociological study of education and social inequality, with a focus on Latinx communities in the United States. His research examines family-school relations, social class, race, and ethnicity, particularly how these factors influence educational opportunities for Latinx children. He holds a PhD from the University of Wisconsin at Madison (2016) and has received numerous awards for his scholarship and teaching, including the Spencer Foundation Grant ($240,271) and the Karen T. Romer Award for Excellence in Advising.
Dr. Rangel’s work bridges sociology and education policy, addressing topics such as health disparities, immigration, and cultural capital in under-resourced communities. He collaborates with institutions like the Population Studies and Training Center and the Center for Study of Race and Ethnicity in America. His teaching includes courses on educational inequality, the sociology of education, and race/class/gender dynamics.
- Awards:
- 2023 Spencer Foundation Grant
- 2022 Deans Award for Excellence in Teaching
- 2020 Salomon Faculty Research Award
- Grants/Research:
- Focused on Latinx families, immigration, and health equity
- Conducts mixed-methods studies in low-income communities
- Affiliations:
- Population Studies & Training Center
- Center for Study of Race and Ethnicity in America
- Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies
His research emphasizes culturally sensitive approaches to policy and intervention, aiming to reduce disparities in education and health outcomes for marginalized groups.
