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Sarah Giroux is an Associate Professor of Practice in the Department of Global Development at Cornell University and serves as the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Strategic Programs in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Her research focuses on the implications of demographic change and development inequality, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. Dr. Giroux's work addresses issues such as fertility decline and its effects on economic growth and education. She employs micro-level data to answer broader macro-level questions, utilizing innovative decomposition-based approaches to study social change. In addition to analyzing existing data, she has led large-scale data collection initiatives, including a nationally representative survey on fertility and schooling in Cameroon. She is also developing innovative programs with local policymakers to enhance human capital among young adults. Dr. Giroux teaches courses on global development and social science research methods and has a history of mentoring researchers in West Africa.
Cornell University • Ithaca, NY
Teaches courses in Global Development and mentors students in research.
Cornell University • Ithaca, NY
Oversees academic programs in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
Department of Architecture