Jesse Yeh

Jesse Yeh is an Assistant Professor at the Center for Legal Studies at Northwestern University. Holding a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Sociology from the University of Michigan, his research examines intersections of race, immigration, gender, and law within contemporary US right-wing politics.

• Research focuses on punitive consciousness and racial politics in law-and-order discourses
• Teaches courses including Undocumented America and Race, Politics, and the Law
• Current book project analyzes conservative/liberal activist engagement with crime/punishment narratives

Recent publications analyze campus sexual assault litigation and racial norm enforcement against Trump's rhetoric. Awards include SSSP's Outstanding Graduate Student Paper Award.

• Office hours: Spring 2025 Tuesdays 1-3pm & Wednesdays 9-11am via Zoom
• Contact: jesse.yeh@northwestern.edu