Changing Tides Research Team

Michael C Campbell

Michael Campbell is an associate professor in the Department of Sociology and Criminology at the University of Denver His research employs mixed research methods to examine the social, historical and political forces that shape law and policy, especially those associated with mass incarceration. His work has been published in the American Journal of Sociology, Law and Society Review, Criminology and other sociological and criminological journals. His current research includes a collaborative project (with Heather Schoenfeld of Boston University) that examines state-level criminal justice reforms that affect correctional populations and mass incarceration. The goal is to compare and contrast reforms across state contexts since 2000 to better understand how state and national forces have shaped policy reform efforts in the United States.

Heather Schoenfeld

Associate Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Boston

Corey Fluke (former)

Beginning in 2019, Corey Fluke has served as an assistant researcher on the Changing Tides of Mass Incarceration project. His research has included an extensive and comprehensive examination of state-level legislative and administrative criminal justice reforms, including reforms enacted by various departments of corrections, parole boards, and state legislatures. Corey received his Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Political Science from Washington State University in 2018. While in Washington State, he worked in a state senator’s capitol office throughout the duration of a legislative session before moving to Colorado that same year to begin studying law at the University of Denver. His experience in criminal law includes working for a criminal defense firm, a district court judge, and a district attorney’s office. In his spare time, he enjoys reading books about philosophy, politics, and economic theory.

Grace gonzalez (former)

Grace Gonzalez is a third-year student at the University of Denver double majoring in Criminology and Geography, and she has been working on the Changing Tides project since spring of 2019. In addition to her love of learning and problem solving, Grace is passionate about writing, drawing, making color-coordinated lists, and seeking adventure wherever possible. You can explore her LinkedIn page here.