I am a Data Scientist at the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. Previously, I was Assistant Professor and Director of the Data Analytics program at Ohio Wesleyan University. I completed my Ph.D. in Political Science at Penn State in 2020.

My research focuses on using data to understand human rights and politics. I support transparent and replicable practices in my work and research, a tidy approach to data analysis and software development, and a focus on causal inference and responsible use of data.

In politics, data analysis can be a powerful tool to understand complex social problems. But it also requires critical thinking about how information is generated, the limitations of the available data, and the moral and ethical consequences of conducting research. My teaching emphasizes a thoughtful, compassionate, and well-reasoned approach to exploring real-world issues with data.

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