معرفی
Zeynep Gönen is an Associate Professor in the Sociology & Criminology Department at Framingham State University's College of Arts & Ideas, specializing in critical criminological and sociological perspectives on law, punishment, and criminalization through global and historical frameworks.
Education:
- PhD in Sociology, Binghamton University, 2011
Her research centers on the criminalization of racialized urban populations and the expansion of policing/security apparatuses in Turkey, analyzed within broader patterns of penal state formation worldwide. Dr. Gönen examines intersections of race, space, and state power using historical-comparative methodologies, with particular focus on marginalized communities' experiences under evolving legal frameworks. She integrates critical theory to challenge conventional criminological narratives and highlight systemic inequalities.
Scholarship trends reveal consistent emphasis on Turkey as a critical case study for understanding global penal transformations, connecting local policing practices to transnational patterns of state control. Her work bridges sociology, criminology, and postcolonial studies, demonstrating how criminalization processes reinforce social hierarchies while adapting to neoliberal governance structures across diverse geopolitical contexts.
Dr. Gönen employs innovative pedagogical approaches to foster student engagement with contemporary social issues, emphasizing community-building and critical analysis in classroom settings. Her teaching philosophy centers on applying theoretical frameworks to real-world justice challenges while creating inclusive learning environments.
