Dr. Christine Eith

Biography

Christine Eith is an associate professor in the Department of Advanced Studies in Education at Johns Hopkins University. Her research focuses on sociological aspects of education, particularly in the areas of school violence and delinquency. Eith has taught numerous courses in sociology, criminology, and applied research methods, emphasizing the importance of research in understanding and mitigating issues related to violence in schools. Her engaged research aims to promote violence reduction and interethnic social cohesion in urban centers, with specific strategies to enhance school safety and student connectedness. Eith has published extensively on topics including school bonding, the interaction between police and the public, and effective crisis communication. She has significant experience managing national-level data collection efforts and has worked in grant management for the U.S. Department of Justice. In 2017, Eith was awarded the 21st Century Cities Grant for her project titled "Improving Interethnic Social Cohesion Promoting Latino Participation Neighborhood Associations."

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