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Steven Lauterwasser is a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Northeastern University. His research focuses on polarization, politicized knowledge production, and quantitative methods. He holds a PhD in Sociology from UC Berkeley (2022) and has taught at both UC Berkeley and Northeastern, receiving the Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor Award in 2021. His work addresses topics including immigrant collective action, affective polarization, and the ethics of social media research.
Education:
- PhD in Sociology, University of California, Berkeley (2022)
Research Interests:
Lauterwasser explores the intersection of identity, meaning, and political conflict. Key themes include the co-constitution of beliefs and affect in polarization, the historical dynamics of pro-immigrant movements, and the ethical challenges of using publicly accessible social media data. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with methodological innovation, such as belief network analysis and generative network modeling.
Awards & Honors:
- Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor Award, UC Berkeley (2021)
- Certificate of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, UC Berkeley
Teaching & Outreach:
Lauterwasser has six years of teaching experience, including designing courses like “Polarization in Context” and contributing to the educational YouTube series Crash Course: Sociology, which has millions of views. His pedagogical approach emphasizes accessibility and individualized student support.
Music:
He directed the a cappella ensemble Perfect Fifth (2014–2022), programming eclectic repertoire spanning Renaissance polyphony to contemporary art music. The group collaborated with renowned ensembles and adapted creatively to challenges like remote performances during the pandemic.
