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Jessica Rich is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Marquette University. Her research focuses on how activists and advocates influence inclusive public policy, particularly in Brazil and other developing nations. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, and has held postdoctoral fellowships at Tulane University and the London School of Economics.
Education:
- Ph.D., Political Science, University of California, Berkeley (2012)
- B.A., magna cum laude, Carleton College
Research Interests: Rich examines activism, NGOs, bureaucracy, state capacity, and public health policy in Latin America. Her work bridges comparative politics and public administration, emphasizing collaborative strategies between civil society and government institutions to advance equitable policies. Key regional focus on Brazil, with projects across developing countries.
Selected Honors: None explicitly listed, but notable publications include her book State-Sponsored Activism (Cambridge UP, 2019) and contributions to journals like American Political Science Review and World Development.
Teaching & Engagement: Teaches courses on comparative politics, Latin American politics, NGO dynamics, and research methods. Co-directs the Marquette Democracy Project. Active in public health policy analysis, including studies on federalism and pandemic response mechanisms.
