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Raphi K Rechitsky

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Sociology 909 Soc Sci Bldg 267 - 19th Ave South

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Narrative

I consider myself a public sociologist; I seek to go beyond current trends and issues to look at deeper questions of power in society across borders. My current research answers important questions about the consequences of globalization and approaches each inquiry with careful consideration and sound methodology. My dissertation, “Trapped in Transit: Migration, International Aid, and the Making of Refugees on the Borders of Europe in Ukraine“ is an extended case study addressing the dynamics of refugee migration.


Specialties

  • International Migration
  • Race and Ethnicity
  • Social Movements and Contentious Politics
  • Globalization

Educational Background

  • Ph.D.: Sociology, University of Minnesota, 2013 (anticipated).
  • B.A.: Sociology, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 2005.

Publications

  • “Rethinking Social Exclusion and Belonging in Global Perspective: The Case of Transnational Migrants in Ukraine“ 2010. Political Perspectives 4(2)
  • Quality of Life Change and Immigration Legal Benefits Documenting Outcomes of Status Change for Immigrants and Refugees in Minnesota: Rechitsky, Raphi, Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota, 2010. Download
  • "Networks, Place, and Barriers to Cross-Border Organizing" with Renata Blumberg. Rechitsky, Raphi, Nancy Naples and J. Bickham-Mendez, New York University Press, Co-Author, Forthcoming.
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