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Christina Cross is an Associate Professor at Harvard University in the Department of Sociology. Her research focuses on the role of families in shaping individuals' life chances, especially as it pertains to structural position in society. She specifically explores how family structure, change, and dynamics influence educational and economic outcomes for individuals, giving special attention to variations across race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. Her work has been published in prominent academic journals including Social Problems, Demography, and the Journal of Marriage and Family. Additionally, she authored the book "Inherited Inequality" published by Harvard University Press, which examines the hidden inequalities faced by Black and white children raised in two-parent families. Cross's research is supported by prominent foundations such as the Russell Sage Foundation, Spencer Foundation, National Science Foundation, and the Ford Foundation. She has received multiple awards from the American Sociological Association and other prestigious organizations, recognizing her contributions to the field of sociology.
Administered by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).