Kenneth A. Feldman

Kenneth A. Feldman is a Professor of Sociology at Stony Brook University since 1968. He holds a Ph.D. in Social Psychology from the University of Michigan (1965). His research focuses on social psychology, identity development, higher education sociology, and student-faculty dynamics. He has held editorial leadership roles in key journals including Sociology of Education, Journal of Higher Education, and Research in Higher Education.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Social Psychology, University of Michigan, 1965

Research Interests:
Explores how college environments shape student identity and behavior, with emphasis on academic discipline impacts, teaching effectiveness, and person-environment fit theories. His work bridges sociology, psychology, and education to understand educational systems' societal roles.

Publications Trends: His over 50-year career includes foundational studies on college impact assessment (1969), Holland's theory applications (1998-2004), and teaching evaluation methodologies (1976-1993). Recent work examines epistemological beliefs' effects on self-regulated learning (2005-2007).

• Awards: 1994 McKeachie Award (teaching career), 1995 AERA Distinguished Research Award, 2009 Bowen Distinguished Career Award (ASHE)

Advising/Grants: Though specific grants not detailed, his editorial leadership and co-authored texts (e.g., 1994 Teaching and Learning in the College Classroom) reflect sustained contributions to educational scholarship. He co-founded the SIGTFED AERA group.

Labs/Teams: Active in cross-disciplinary academic networks through editorial boards and professional organizations like ASHE, ASA, and APA.