Margaret Kelley

Margaret Kelley is a Professor at the University of Kansas, specializing in American Studies.14 Her research focuses on broad issues of gender, health, and marginalized populations.1

Research Interests

Professor Kelley's current research includes:

1. An investigation of women, guns, and American culture, involving a national survey of gun ownership, attitudes, and behaviors for women, along with an ethnographic study of women and gun identity.1
2. A study on the role of "natural mentors," specifically teachers and coaches, in delinquency outcomes for adolescents.1
3. Ongoing research on the role of gender schemas for career choice in cross-cultural and international settings.1

Throughout her career, she has conducted research on various health-related topics, including illicit drug use, drug treatment, needle exchange, HIV/AIDS risk behaviors, problem alcohol use, and sports.1

Academic Background

Professor Kelley received her Ph.D. in Sociology from New York University in 1999.14 She is originally from Kansas and attended Wichita State University for her undergraduate studies.3

Academic Positions

At the University of Kansas, Professor Kelley holds several positions:

• Professor in the Department of American Studies1
• Faculty affiliate in the Department of Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies1
• Faculty member in the Leadership in Diversity & Inclusion Master's Program1
• Courtesy appointment in Sociology1

Publications and Recognition

Professor Kelley has published articles in various academic journals, including the Journal for the Scientific Study of Religion, Gender & Education, Social Science & Medicine, Deviant Behavior, and Journal of Drug Issues.1 She is also the editor of "Readings on Drugs and Society: The Criminal Connection" (2005, Allyn & Bacon).1

Her research has been widely cited, with 447 citations noted on her ResearchGate profile.2

Professor Kelley's multi-method approach to research draws on theories from deviance, criminology, and medical sociology, with a focus on social learning and community connections.1 Her work continues to contribute significantly to the fields of gender studies, health, and social issues related to marginalized populations.