Lauren Crosser

Lauren Crosser is a Part-Time Lecturer at Brandeis University, specializing in political sociology, social theory, and race and racism. Her research employs mixed methods to explore intersections between 19th-century post-slavery U.S. political economy, higher education systems, empire dynamics, and knowledge production. She holds a connection to Boston University via her email domain.

Education: Brandeis University (specific degree details not provided).

Teaching Experience: Extensive experience at both primary/college levels, including prior roles as a middle/high school social studies and art teacher before pursuing her doctorate.

Research Interests: Focus on historical institutional analysis, racial capitalism, and the sociopolitical dimensions of education. Her work bridges macrostructural analysis with micro-level empirical inquiry.

Publications: Works appear in Social Science History (forthcoming) and City and Community. Themes emphasize historical sociological frameworks applied to modern social issues.