Dr. Latanya Sweeney

Professor

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Biography

Latanya Sweeney is the Daniel Paul Professor of Practice in Government Technology at the Harvard Kennedy School, where she also serves as the director and founder of the Public Interest Technology Lab. With a strong focus on public interest technology, her work centers on using technology to improve public policy, strengthen elections, and analyze social media platforms. She is the Editor-in-Chief of Technology Science and is engaged in various sponsored projects that involve federally funded grants and contracts. Sweeney is dedicated to the intersection of politics, democracy, and governance, leveraging her expertise to engage directly with policymakers, nonprofit organizations, and the private sector. Her academic contributions include significant involvement in shaping educational strategies through project-based learning and critical inquiry, fostering a deeper understanding of public problems. Sweeney's work has garnered recognition and support from prominent institutions, showcasing her commitment to advancing public interest scholarship and technology solutions that address societal challenges.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Practice

2018-01-01 — Present

Harvard Kennedy School • Cambridge, MA

Lead initiatives in public interest technology and government technology, focusing on research and applications that address public problems.

Requirements for Harvard University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field
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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).