Keith T. Kerr

Keith T. Kerr is a Professor of Sociology at Quinnipiac University, with dual appointments in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology and the Department of Justice & Law. He directs the Micro Course Initiative (MCI), which develops one-credit courses focused on addressing inequalities through skill-building and experiential learning.

• Education:
  • BSAS, Texas State University
  • MA, Texas State University
  • PhD, Texas A&M University

His research interests include sociology, social theory, inequality, social justice, and educational innovation. Kerr has authored Postmodern Cowboy: C Wright Mills and a 21st Century Sociology and co-edited The Unpublished Writings and Continuing Legacy of David Riesman.

• Courses Taught:
  • CJ 392/GT 392/SO 392/WGS 392: Internship in the Community
  • MCI 110: Race: A Dangerous Symbol
  • MCI 190: Special Topics
  • SO 101: Introduction to Sociology
  • SO 201: Sociological Theory
  • SO 203: How to Get Rich: Sociology in Action
  • JS 101: Introduction to Justice Studies