Shantel Gabrieal Buggs is an Assistant Professor at Florida State University, holding a joint appointment in the Department of Sociology and the Program for African American Studies. She earned her Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Texas at Austin in 2017. Education: Ph.D. in Sociology (2017), University of Texas at Austin Research interests include: Race and Racism Intimate Relationships Digital Culture Gender and Sexuality Social Inequality Multiracial Identity Her work analyzes how race, gender, and technology intersect in romantic and sexual relationships, with a focus on multiracial populations and social movement alignment in dating contexts. Publications appear in Sociology of Race and Ethnicity , Journal of Marriage and Family , and Sociological Inquiry . Scientific recognition : Award for mentorship (institutional, specifics redacted) Teaching excellence accolade Service commendation from national organizations Buggs integrates research into pedagogy, teaching courses like Black Families in America , Race and Racisms , and Sociology of Fashion . She serves as editorial board member for Journal of Marriage and Family and chairs the American Sociological Association's Section on the Sociology of Sexualities.
Meera Alagaraja is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Administration & Human Resource Development at Texas A&M University's College of Education. Her research focuses on adult learning, performance improvement, and strategic HRD, emphasizing workforce development and organizational well-being. She collaborates with nonprofits to align community well-being with workforce priorities and partners with private-sector organizations to align HR policies with strategic objectives. Her research spans three primary areas: 1) employee well-being programs and health policies, 2) strategic HRD frameworks for organizational performance, and 3) community-based workforce development initiatives. Notable projects include studies on Black American community well-being, empathic organizational leadership, and burnout prevention in military contexts. Dr. Alagaraja's recent work explores intersections between cultural identity (e.g., multiracial student belongingness) and organizational dynamics. Her articles analyze topics like lean management practices, global HRD strategies in emerging markets (e.g., Ghana), and compassion in leadership behavior. While no formal awards are listed, her prolific publication record indicates sustained scholarly contributions to HRD and adult education. Her advising and grant activities are not explicitly detailed in the text, though her collaborations suggest involvement in community-based research projects. No specific labs or teams are mentioned, though her work involves partnerships with non-profits and multinational organizations.
Jennifer Lundquist is a Professor of Sociology and Senior Associate Dean of Research in the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Her scholarship focuses on racial, ethnic, and gender inequalities across institutional settings including the workplace, online dating platforms, and the U.S. military. She employs mixed methods ranging from big data analysis to qualitative interviews, often examining how institutions perpetuate or mitigate disparities. Education Joint Ph.D. in Sociology & Demography, University of Pennsylvania (2004) Research Interests : Racial hierarchies in digital intimacy, military's role in health/family inequality, institutional impacts on welfare systems, and demographic analysis of life course patterns. Her work frequently addresses how technology reshapes social divisions. Recent Publication Trends : 2018-2025 articles focus on digital platforms' influence on racial inequality, military's mitigating effects on segregation, and institutional impacts on intimate relationships. Key subfields include algorithmic bias, military family policy, and criminal record discrimination. Scientific Awards Best Article of the Year for Excellence in Research on Military and Veteran Families (2015) Grants : Funded by National Science Foundation, Mellon Foundation, and Humboldt Foundation. Research has been featured in Time, Newsweek, Washington Post, New York Times, and NPR. Leadership Roles : Senior Associate Dean of Research and Faculty Development (UMass), Co-Principal Investigator for Online College Social Life Survey (OCSLS2.0), and textbook coauthor of Demography: The Study of Human Population (4th ed).
Dr. Russell Mark Jeung is a Professor in the Asian American Studies Department at San Francisco State University, where he also serves as the AAS Major/Minor Advisor. He holds office in EP 420 and can be contacted via phone or email. Dr. Jeung joined SFSU in 2002 after teaching at Foothill College and working in community organizations. Education includes a Ph.D. in Sociology from UC Berkeley (2000), an M.A. in Education from Stanford University, and a B.A. in Human Biology/Child Development from Stanford. His research explores the intersections of race, religion, and social movements within Asian American communities, with emphasis on public policy impacts, community development, and religious identity. His work employs community-based participatory methods, engaging students in applied research that addresses systemic issues like discrimination through initiatives such as Stop AAPI Hate. Publications predominantly analyze religion, identity formation, and diaspora experiences across Asian American subgroups. Recent thematic trends include generational shifts in religious practice, comparative immigrant adaptation, and the role of activism in ethnic studies development. Honors and Awards: TIME 100 Most Influential People (2021) Presidential Sabbatical Award (2014) Fulbright Scholarship (2008) Multiple grants including Haas Foundation Creative Works Fund and Luce Grant He advises undergraduate majors/minors and coordinates community-based projects. Grants support documentary production ( The Oak Park Story ) and research on housing justice, refugee advocacy, and anti-racism initiatives. As founder of Stop AAPI Hate, he leads coalition-building with organizations like Chinese for Affirmative Action. Dr. Jeung actively mentors student groups (Asian Student Union, Asian American Christian Fellowship) and serves on campus committees including Graduate Council and Academic Program Review.
Dr. Rick Zoucha is a Professor and Chair of Advanced Role and PhD Programs at Duquesne University School of Nursing. His academic work focuses on transcultural nursing, psychosocial care, and qualitative research methodologies. Education: PhD in Nursing (Rush University, 1997), MS in Nursing (Texas Womans' University, 1987), BSN (University of the Incarnate Word, 1984) His research emphasizes cultural care phenomena among diverse populations, including African American, Mexican American, African refugee, and immigrant communities. Key areas include mental health equity, cultural competence, and community-based participatory action research. Recent publications address topics like cultural perceptions of nutrition in Mexican American children, health disparities in African Americans with inflammatory bowel disease, and transcultural care models for Puerto Rican mental health. His work frequently employs ethnography and integrative literature reviews. Clinical Nurse Specialist (Psychiatric Mental Health - Board Certified) Certified Transcultural Nurse-Advanced Scientific awards include the Leininger Award (1998), Cribs for Kids Starfish Award (2013), and Fellowships in the American Academy of Nursing (2014) and Transcultural Nursing Society (2004). He has secured grants for mental health equity projects and immigrant community health studies.
Marie L Miville is a Professor of Psychology and Education at Teachers College, Columbia University, and serves as Vice Dean for Faculty Affairs. Her academic career spans over three decades, with expertise in multicultural counseling, Latine/a/o mental health, and gender studies. She holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Maryland at College Park and is a licensed psychologist in Ohio. Her research focuses on intersections of race, ethnicity, gender, and LGBTQ+ identities, emphasizing culturally grounded leadership and social justice advocacy. Notable works include Counseling and Gender: Intersectional Approaches (2024) and Women and the Challenge of STEM Professions (2022). She has contributed to clinical supervision guidelines and led initiatives promoting diversity in counseling psychology training programs. Dr. Miville has been a vocal advocate for inclusive academic environments, addressing systemic barriers faced by marginalized groups. Her work integrates qualitative and quantitative methods, with recent publications exploring Latinx Jewish identity, transgender affirmative practices, and STEM equity. She serves on task forces shaping professional standards in health service psychology. Her leadership roles include chairing the Department of Counseling and Clinical Psychology and mentoring early-career scholars. She emphasizes training that bridges clinical practice with community advocacy, reflecting her commitment to socially responsive education.
Associate Professor at ASU School of Social Transformation documenting environmental justice movements through digital archives and multimedia storytelling. Examines political evolution of activism in policy engagement contexts. Education: PhD from UC Santa Cruz; MA from UC Davis; BA from UC Berkeley. Research: Focuses on environmental justice activism in California, particularly San Joaquin Valley. Created digital archives including Voices from the Valley and Ward Valley projects. Recent book analyzes four decades of California environmental justice advocacy. Teaching: Develops courses on environmental justice and social inequality. Incorporates Wikipedia editing and digital storytelling into curriculum. Mentors students in public sociology practices.
Professor Pippa Catterall is a distinguished academic at the University of Westminster , affiliated with the History Research Group , Centre for Law, Society and Popular Culture , and Westminster Development Policy Network . Her work bridges constitutional history, religious politics, and LGBTQ+ inclusion. Education: B.A. in History, University of Cambridge (1984) Ph.D. in History, Queen Mary University of London (1989) Research Focus: Religion's influence on British political development Queer urban space design Constitutional evolution post-Glorious Revolution Labour movement's religious foundations Prime ministerial policy strategy Recent Work Trends: 2024 monograph on Queer Perspectives on Public Space 2025 analysis of Free Church arms regulation 2026 exploration of thanatourism Honors: Literati Club Best Generalist Reference Book of the Year (1990) Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (1996–) EDI Audit Grant recipient (Quintin Hogg Trust) Leadership: Chair, University of Westminster Press Co-Chair, Staff Q+ Network Editor, National Identities journal (1998–)
Cynthia Feliciano is a Professor of Sociology at Washington University in St. Louis, specializing in race, ethnicity, immigration, and education. Her research examines how descendants of Latin American, Caribbean, and Asian immigrants are incorporated into U.S. society, focusing on educational inequality, racial boundary-making, and intergenerational mobility. She holds a B.A. from Boston University and a Ph.D. from UCLA. Her work spans theoretical and applied sociological questions, including the role of pre-migration education in immigrant families and the dynamics of racial preferences in dating. Feliciano has been a fellow of the Ford Foundation, the Russell Sage Foundation, and others. Her book Unequal Origins: Immigrant Selection and the Education of the Second Generation (2006) remains influential in migration studies. Key Research Areas: Racial stratification, immigrant integration, ethnic identity formation, and educational disparities Recent Projects: Longitudinal studies on second-generation immigrants' life trajectories and the impact of racial classification Feliciano’s research often bridges demographic trends and sociocultural processes, with articles in top journals like American Sociological Review and Demography . She previously taught at the University of California, Irvine before joining Washington University.
Dr. Owen Walsh is a Lecturer at the University of Aberdeen, School of Divinity, History, Philosophy & Art History. He specializes in 20th-century history with a focus on race, political radicalism, and internationalism. His forthcoming book examines Black internationalism during the 1930s and its impact on global anti-racist movements. Education: Ph.D., University of Leeds, 2016–2021 MA, Race and Resistance BA, English and History Research Interests: Dr. Walsh explores the intersections of race, radicalism, and international solidarity through cultural projects and political organizing. His work analyzes anti-racist movements in transnational contexts, particularly examining Black intellectual activism and multiracial political cultures. Publications: His research centers on Black radical traditions, Marxist theory, and anti-imperialist struggles, often using archival methods to recover marginalized voices. Recent works examine figures like Juanita Harrison and the intellectual history of Black Marxism. Awards: LAHRI Postdoctoral Fellowship Eccles Centre Visiting Fellowship (British Library) Dr. Walsh teaches specialized courses including 'The Long Black Freedom Struggle in America' and 'The Black Radical Tradition'. He engages in public scholarship through Black History Month events and community partnerships.
Kim DaCosta is an Associate Professor at New York University's Gallatin School of Individualized Study and holds an affiliation with the Department of Sociology. She specializes in racial inequality and the sociocultural dimensions of racial boundary formation. Her research explores multiracial identities, interracial kinship networks, and intersections of race with consumerism and social mobility. Education: B.A. in Sociology, Harvard University (1989) M.A. in Sociology, UC Berkeley (1996) Ph.D. in Race and Ethnicity (Sociology), UC Berkeley (2000) Her landmark book Making Multiracials (2007) analyzes how state policies, family structures, and market forces shape multiracial identity in the U.S. Current projects examine how extended interracial family relationships influence empathy, care, and political engagement. She teaches courses on global race dynamics, social mobility mechanisms, and the commodification of intimate relationships. DaCosta served as NYU Gallatin's Associate Dean of Students for seven years and has been integral to NYU's Prison Education Program since its launch in 2013, serving as Faculty Director. Her work bridges academic research with community engagement in justice-oriented education.
Myles Durkee is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Michigan's College of Literature, Science, and the Arts , affiliated with the Department of Psychology . His research focuses on racial dynamics, cultural invalidations, and code-switching, examining their impacts on mental health, identity development, and academic achievement among marginalized groups. Dr. Durkee holds a B.A. from Pomona College and a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the University of Virginia, with postdoctoral training at the University of Chicago and University of Michigan. He explores how youth of color navigate racialized contexts, adapt behavior, and internalize racial messages. His work has been recognized with the James S. Jackson Emerging Scholar Award (2024) , highlighting contributions to research on Black Americans. Key themes include racial microaggressions in schools, activism's mental health implications, and the psychological toll of codeswitching in professional settings. Recent publications address discrimination's role in suicide risk among Black young adults, impostor syndrome among Black undergraduates, and strategies to retain faculty of color in academia. His research bridges developmental psychology, sociology, and public health, emphasizing systemic inequities and identity processes.
Sean J Westwood serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Government at Dartmouth College and directs the Polarization Research Lab (PRL). His research examines partisan biases in political behavior and public opinion, analyzing how elite messaging influences citizen actions across political and non-political domains. His academic credentials include: B.A. from University of Nevada M.S. from London School of Economics and Political Science M.A. from Stanford University Ph.D. from Stanford University Westwood's work centers on polarization dynamics, public opinion formation, and the boundaries of partisanship. He employs advanced survey methodologies and computational social science to investigate topics like political violence, election skepticism, and affective polarization. His research consistently addresses how misperceptions of opponents and elite cues shape democratic engagement. Recent publications reveal a pronounced focus on quantifying polarization's geographic uniformity, debunking overstatements of political violence support, and analyzing anti-democratic attitudes. His PNAS and Nature Human Behavior papers demonstrate methodological rigor while tackling urgent democratic challenges like election integrity and Supreme Court ruling impacts. As PRL director, Westwood oversees the "America's political pulse" initiative producing influential datasets on citizen attitudes and elected official behavior. His technical reports track evolving dynamics in polarization, democratic backsliding, and culture war issues, providing critical resources for scholars and policymakers.
Jennifer Hochschild is the Henry LaBarre Jayne Professor of Government at Harvard University, with concurrent appointments as Professor of African and African American Studies and Professor of Public Policy. She holds lectureships at both the Harvard Graduate School of Education and Harvard Kennedy School. Hochschild served as Chair of Harvard's Department of Government from 2016-2019 and was President of the American Political Science Association in 2015-2016. She is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences since 1996. Henry LaBarre Jayne Professor of Government, Harvard University Professor of African and African American Studies, Harvard University Professor of Public Policy, Harvard University Lecturer, Harvard Graduate School of Education Lecturer, Harvard Kennedy School Hochschild earned her Ph.D. in Political Science from Yale University in 1979 and a B.A. from Oberlin College in 1971. Prior to joining Harvard in 2001, she taught at Duke University, Columbia University, and Princeton University, where she served as William Steward Tod Professor of Public and International Affairs for nearly two decades. Hochschild's research centers on the intersection of American politics and political philosophy, with particular focus on race, ethnicity, and immigration, as well as educational and social welfare policies. Her current work examines the politics and ideology of genomic science, political and policy disputes within racial and ethnic groups in American metropolitan areas, and reasons for public (mis)trust in science. She has also made significant contributions to understanding public opinion, political culture, American political thought, immigrant political incorporation, and public schooling. One of her favorite courses at Harvard is 'Power in (Mostly) American Society,' reflecting her longstanding interest in power dynamics within American political institutions. Her extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent scholarly trajectory focused on race, class, and American political values, evolving from early work on school desegregation to contemporary analyses of genomic science and urban policy. Her research shows increasing interdisciplinary reach, incorporating insights from sociology, law, and science studies while maintaining a core focus on American political values and institutions. Her most recent work examines how financial crisis can temporarily overshadow race/class dynamics in urban policy-making, revealing complex interactions between structural inequalities and immediate fiscal pressures. Member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (since 1996) Harvard College Professor Karl W. Deutsch Guest Professor at WZB Berlin Social Science Center John W. Kluge Chair in American Law and Governance at Library of Congress Fellow of The Straus Institute for Advanced Study of Law & Justice, NYU Hochschild has received numerous fellowships and awards from prestigious organizations including the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Guggenheim Foundation, American Council of Learned Societies, American Philosophical Society, Spencer Foundation, and Harvard University research centers. She has served as founding editor of Perspectives on Politics and co-editor of the American Political Science Review (2010-2012), demonstrating her significant influence on the discipline. While specific advisees aren't highlighted in the available information, her leadership roles in professional organizations and editorial positions indicate substantial mentorship activities within the political science community.
Jared Lau is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology, Leadership, & Counseling at Texas Tech University’s College of Education. He holds a PhD in Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, an MA from the University of San Diego, and a BS from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. His scholarship focuses on Ecological and Multicultural Counseling, antiracism in education, and international student experiences. Lau’s work emphasizes practical applications in both domestic and global contexts. Key research interests include counselor training environments, assessment methodologies, and social justice advocacy. He has published in top-tier journals such as Counselor Education and Supervision and Journal of Humanistic Counseling . Lau is a former President of the Western Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (WACES) and the 2023 recipient of the ACES Locke-Paisley Outstanding Mentor Award. He currently serves as Secretary for the ACA division Counselors for Social Justice (CSJ) and sits on the editorial board of the Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling . His professional credentials include National Certification as a Counselor and licensure in Nevada and North Carolina. Clinical experience spans university counseling centers, career services, and high school counseling. Lau’s research trends highlight interdisciplinary approaches to multicultural competency, trauma-informed practices, and systemic barriers in education. His work often bridges theory and practice, addressing real-world challenges in counselor training and community settings.
