Erika Bullock

Erika Bullock is an Associate Professor at the University of Wisconsin–Madison's School of Education. Her research focuses on the racial politics of mathematics and STEM education, particularly examining how systemic inequities manifest in curricula and pedagogical practices. She also explores intersections of faith and academic life, emphasizing the role of personal and communal resilience in scholarly work.

Education:

• PhD in Teaching and Learning with a focus on Mathematics Education, Georgia State University (2013)
• MEd in Mathematics Education, Georgia State University (2008)
• BS in Computer Science, Spelman College (2002)

Research Interests: Dr. Bullock’s work critiques racialized structures in STEM through critical race theory and abolitionist frameworks. She investigates how mathematics education perpetuates or challenges systemic oppression, advocating for equitable curricular reforms and spatially informed pedagogies. Her recent projects address carceral state critiques, intersectional analysis, and the role of grief and community in academic resilience.

Publications & Grants: Her scholarship appears in Education Studies in Mathematics, Theory into Practice, and Harvard Education Press. Though specific grant details are not provided, her work aligns with themes of equity and social justice in education.

Labs/Teams: While no specific lab affiliations are mentioned, her collaborations include co-authored works with scholars like E.R. Meiners and G. Valentine Larnell, reflecting a network focused on critical mathematics education research.