Predoctoral Trainee in Sociology

Patrick is broadly interested in using quantitative methods to study social problems. He plans to situate his research at the intersection of education, labor, migration, and the environment with a focus on emerging economies, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. Prior to beginning his doctoral work, Patrick was a statistician with a research organization and spent several years teaching middle and high school math and science. 

Scholarly Interests

International development, Education, Labor, Social mobility, Quantitative methods