Kishonna Gray

Dr. Kishonna L. Gray is an assistant professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago, specializing in Communication and Gender and Women's Studies. She previously held positions at prestigious institutions like MIT, where she was a MLK Scholar and Visiting Professor in Women and Gender Studies and Comparative Media Studies. Her research interests lie at the intersection of identity and new media, with a particular emphasis on gaming.

Dr. Gray is the author of 'Race, Gender, & Deviance in Xbox Live' and is working on a forthcoming monograph titled 'On Being Black And…The Journey to Intersectionality in Digital Gaming Culture.' Her work has been well-received by scholars and is featured in academic and public outlets. She is also actively engaged in blogging and podcasting through 'Not Your Mama’s Gamer.' Follow her journey on Twitter for more insights and discussions.

Education-wise, Dr. Gray completed her Ph.D. in Justice Studies and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies at Arizona State University, honing her expertise in these areas.

Dr. Gray has a rich academic background, having served in various roles including Assistant Professor at Arizona State University, Visiting Professor at MIT, Assistant Professor at Eastern Kentucky University, and Lecturer at Eastern Kentucky University. She also gained experience as a Public Information Office Assistant at Maricopa County.