Researcher. Lecturer.
Mia is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at North Carolina State University. As a trained sociologist, Mia's academic scholarship lies at the intersection of race, gender, and family within the context of health. Specifically, she utilizes both qualitative and quantitative methodologies to understand how the consequences of race shapes Black families’ health and well-being. Her current research agenda includes: (1) How is race-related stress transmitted within Black Families, and (2) In what ways does race shape the well-being and lived experiences of Black mothers? Her goal is to provide both exploration and insight into the multiple pathways through which race-related stress impacts the well-being and lived experiences of Black families.
In addition to her academic service, Mia has been an invited speaker for several organizations around the U.S., where she guides conversations, encourages critical thinking, and nurtures meaningful engagement with people of diverse identities and backgrounds.