Jason Michael Leggett

Jason Michael Leggett is an Associate Professor in the Behavioral Sciences at Kingsborough Community College, part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system. His socio-legal scholarship focuses on how language shapes rights consciousness and legal mobilization, particularly within marginalized communities.

• Education: B.A. in Political Science (Honors with Distinction) from the University of Washington; J.D. from Seattle University School of Law.

Leggett’s research bridges law, education, and social justice, emphasizing culturally sustaining pedagogy and equity in community college settings. His recent publications explore topics such as mental health crises, legal mobilization, and digital critical participatory action research.

He actively collaborates with institutions like the Kingsborough Center for Civic Engagement and participates in projects involving open education and socio-legal mapping. Leggett’s work also intersects with grants like the PSC CUNY Grant, supporting research assistants in civic engagement initiatives.