Garrick L. Percival

Garrick L. Percival is an Assistant Professor of Political Science and Director of the Institute for Public Affairs and Civic Engagement at San José State University (SJSU). He joined SJSU in 2012 after teaching at the University of Minnesota–Duluth. He earned a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of California, Riverside (2005), an M.A. in Political Science from San Diego State University (2000), and a B.A. in Social Science (with honors) from San Diego State University (1998).

His research focuses on American politics and policy, particularly the intersection of crime policy, racial politics, and inequality at state and local levels. His upcoming book, *Smart on Crime: The Struggle to Build a Better American Penal System* (Taylor and Francis Press, 2015), examines shifts in U.S. crime politics and efforts to reduce mass incarceration. His work has been published in journals like *Social Science Quarterly*, *Political Research Quarterly*, and *State Politics and Policy Quarterly*.

Percival’s professional service includes leading civic engagement initiatives through the Institute for Public Affairs and Civic Engagement. No specific grants, labs, or future works are detailed in the provided texts.