Dr. Traci Burch

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Biography

Traci Burch is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at Northwestern University and a Research Professor at the American Bar Foundation. She is the author of 'Trading Democracy for Justice,' published by the University of Chicago Press, and co-author of 'Creating New Racial Order,' published by Princeton University Press. Her research focuses on political participation, political inequality, and social policy in the context of American politics. Burch's work has been published in several peer-reviewed journals including Political Behavior and Law & Society Review. Notably, her research examines the impact of criminal convictions on neighborhood political participation and the effects of disfranchisement laws on electoral outcomes. She teaches courses on topics related to criminal justice, race, and public policy.

Research Interests

Awards

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APSA Ralph Bunche Book Award

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APSA Urban Politics Section Book Award

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APSA Law & Courts Section C. Herman Pritchett Award

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APSA E. Schattschneider Award

Courses

PS 395 Criminal Justice Politics Policy PS 326 Race & Public Policy

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.