Dr. Rauscher’s research interests focus on gender and racial/ethnic inequality, particularly their intersections and as they relate to the economy, work, and labor markets; health and well-being; and education. She is currently working on a mixed-methods project that investigates how employment affects racial and ethnic differences in women’s mental and physical health. As part of this project, she recently began a case study of commercial food workers in Southern California, which dovetails with local labor organizing efforts for grocery store workers. Dr. Rauscher – in conjunction with undergraduate students – is also beginning a Long Beach site for Girls on the Run, a non-profit organization designed to encourage girls to develop self-respect, healthy living, and positive well-being through weekly lessons and physical activity. Dr. Rauscher is committed to undergraduate research and facilitates several independent and collaborative research projects with small groups of students (HDEV 499). Dr. Rauscher infuses theory + practice learning, community engagement, and social justice into her classes.
HDEV 320:
Research Methods
HDEV 357I :
Approaches to Adulthood and Aging
HDEV 340 :
Families and Work: Life Course Processes
HDEV 470:
Seminar and Practicum
