Welcome! I am a Ph.D. candidate in Political Science at Vanderbilt University.

My research broadly focuses on American politics, institutions, federalism, state politics, and public policy. More specifically, my research examines how policies emerge from the interactions of distinct government entities, whether that be between federal and state policymakers, state and local leaders, or state policymakers and their peers in other states. This research agenda is inspired by the observation that policies are rarely enacted and implemented by one government entity in isolation, which I observed first hand while working in and with multiple state education agencies prior to graduate school. I pursue this research agenda through a variety of ongoing projects, including my book-style dissertation, Who Benefits from Federal Programs? Depends on the State and Program.

I am currently on the job market and expect to defend in the spring of 2025.