Kelly Grenier

Dr. Kelly Grenier is an Assistant Professor of Politics at Emory & Henry University. She teaches undergraduate courses in political science, including comparative politics, civil rights, and the intersection of culture with governance. Her research focuses on cultural censorship, institutional trust, and the role of non-state actors in policy-making.

Education:

• Ph.D. Political Science, University of Kentucky
• M.A. Security Studies, Aberystwyth University
• B.A. Political Science, Berea College
• A.A., Maysville Community and Technical College

Research Interests: Dr. Grenier explores how cultural mediums like music, film, and literature serve as political tools. Her work includes studies on censorship under authoritarian regimes (e.g., Chile’s Pinochet era), institutional trust in Africa, and the influence of non-sovereign organizations on public policy. She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches in teaching and research.

Teaching & Professional Experience: She has taught at Emory & Henry, the University of Kentucky, and Maysville Community College. She holds certifications in college teaching, service-learning, and online pedagogy. She has also served as a National Endowment for the Arts Theatre Panelist and AP Comparative Government Reader.

Labs/Teams: None explicitly mentioned, but her research often involves collaborative interdisciplinary projects.