Alexis McCurn, Ph.D. Title: Assistant Professor Department: Sociology Areas of Expertise Sociology, Diversity, Women’s Issues, Black Communities, Race and Ethnic Relations, Inequality, Intersections of Gender, Race, and Class, Urban Sociology, Qualitative Research Methods Professional Background Dr. McCurn's research explores issues related to gender and inner city life with a particular focus on inequality and survival in impoverished communities. She is currently developing a book manuscript, which is based on two years of field research in Oakland, Calif., and explores how young black women and girls negotiate urban public space. Her research has received awards from the American ... Read More