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Grant Rissler is an Assistant Professor at the School of Professional & Continuing Studies (SPCS) at the University of Richmond. His academic roles include teaching in human resource management, nonprofit studies, and liberal arts programs. He joined SPCS in 2024, bringing over two decades of experience in nonprofit and higher education sectors, with expertise in communications, fundraising, policy analysis, and program administration.
Education:
- B.A. in History, Goshen College (1999)
- M.A. in International Relations, Johns Hopkins University (2004)
- Ph.D. in Public Policy & Administration, Virginia Commonwealth University (2017)
Rissler’s research focuses on social equity, particularly the role of state/local governments and nonprofits in immigrant integration. His 2017 dissertation analyzed federal guidance’s impact on Virginia schools’ approaches to English Language Learners. He also studies public opinion toward immigrants and the intersection of public administration and peacebuilding. His work includes over ten peer-reviewed articles and a 2021 Virginia-commissioned report on immigrant integration barriers.
Professional and Community Engagement:
- Nonprofit board service
- Virginia Commonwealth University’s 2018 Minority Political Leadership Institute participant
- Graduate Certificate in Conflict Transformation
- Professional Certificate in GIS (from SPCS)
