Research/Creative Interests

My current research uses surveys to examine what Americans believe “race” is made of and how they assess their own and others’ race. I also consider variation between groups, asking questions like: Do young people have different ideas about what racial groups exist than elders? Does “Hispanic” mean the same thing to people who consider themselves Hispanic and people who don’t? Etc. I’m also expanding this work to include interview components. You can find out more about me here.

What types of “data” do you commonly use?

Most of my recent work is based in surveys. I’m currently expanding some projects to include interview pieces as well.

What types of collaborations are you open to?

Students, possibly faculty or staff.

What agencies, organizations, or foundations do you have experience with to apply for grants?

  • National Science Foundation
  • aiming for Russell Sage Foundation

Student Qualifications

  • Intellectual curiosity

A little bit more info:

I’ve mentored a mix of projects – about half closely within my research expertise, and half in areas that are moderately connected, e.g. perceptions of crime, gender inequality, content analyses and historical-comparative work, etc.

Interested? Please email me to set up a meeting.