Megan Stevens
Sociologist. Researcher.
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Hello!
It’s nice to meet you.
Welcome to my academic portfolio! I’m Megan, a dedicated researcher and PhD candidate with a passion for research on all things health. Here, you’ll find my research projects, publications and presentations, and a glimpse into my academic journey. When I’m not immersed in sociology, I enjoy reading, baking, and gardening. Feel free to explore my work, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you’d like to discuss potential opportunities.
I’m currently looking for employment opportunities! I expect to graduate in Spring 2025 with a PhD in sociology.
Key Courses
Courses taken at the undergraduate and graduate levels
Data/Analysis
- Criminal Justice Statistics
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Advanced Data Analysis
- Qualitative Methodology
- Advanced Social Statistics
- Application in Disability Research
Topics
- Racial Stratification
- Sociology of Gender
- Sociological Theory
- Social Epidemiology
- Disparities in Health
- Victimology
- Microsociology
- Social Psychology
Academic Highlights
Comprehensive exams in Health & Illness and Race & Ethnicity
PhD in Sociology
2025, expected
University of Delaware
2022
MA in Sociology
University of Delaware
2019
BA in Sociology
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Minor: Criminal Justice
Cum Laude
Teaching
- Statistics Lab Instructor for Sociological Research
- Discussion Section Instructor for Intro to Sociology
- TA for Medical Anthropology, Nutritional Anthropology, and Crime Victims and Victims’ Rights
Research
Master’s Thesis
“Putting One Foot in Front of the Other”: Parental Resilience During the COVID-19 Pandemic
- Mixed methods study on the experiences of parents of developmentally disabled children during the pandemic.
Dissertation
Mental Illness Labeling, Stigma, and Disclosure in Graduate School
- Research study focusing on mental illness in graduate school, using self-labeling theory and an intersectional approach to better understand stigma, disclosure, and help-seeking.
Recent Presentations
(upcoming) “Social and Criminal Justice Outcomes in Delaware’s Behavioral Health System”
- David Borton, Amy Herb, Megan Stevens
- 2024 American Society of Criminology Conference
“Patterns in discharge among pregnant women and parents receiving publiclyfunded substance use treatment in Delaware”
- Rachel Ryding, Kris Fraser, Meisje Scales, Megan Stevens
- 2023 American Public Health Association
“The Humanity of Executed Offenders”
- 2019 Eastern Sociological Society Conference
“Understanding the mental health experiences, needs, and rights of women in prison who identify as LGBTQ”
- Megan Wissert, Dr. Shiloh Erdley, Scott Duncan
- 2018 National Collegiate Honors Conference
Center for Drug and Health Studies
Graduate Research Assistant, June 2020 - Present
Currently working on:
• Substance Use Prevention and Treatment Block Grant (SUPTBG) with David Borton, M.A. (PI) and Dana Holz, Ph.D.
• Mental Health Block Grant Evaluation (MHBG) with David Borton, M.A. and Meisje Scales, MPH
Previously worked on:
• Project AWARE with Eileen Sparling, Ed.M
• Division of Developmental Disability Services (DDDS) Evaluation Project with Eileen Sparling, Ed.M., Rochelle Brittingham, Ph.D., Cheryl M. Ackerman, Ph.D., and Dana Holz, Ph.D.
• Planet Youth Coalition with Meisje Scales, MPH, and Shauna Leahy, M.A.
• State Opioid Response (SOR)
• Promoting Integration of Primary and Behavioral Health Care (PIPBHC)
Employment
Areas of interest: Disability, Mental Illness, Medical Sociology, Substance Use, Health, Intersectionality, Race & Ethnicity
Skills
Technical: SPSS, Stata, NVivo, Qualtrics, R, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Canva, Venngage, Google
Research: Survey Development, Interview Protocol Development, Interviewing, Sampling, IRB Application Writing, Literature Review Writing, Quantitative Analysis, Qualitative Analysis, Coding, Thematic Analysis
Deliverables: Report Writing, Infographic Design, Presentations, Research Posters, Data Visualizations, Canvas Site Development
Soft Skills: Time Management, Teamwork, Adaptability, Problem-Solving, Communication
About Me
Beyond my academic pursuits, I have a variety of interests that keep me inspired and balanced.
My Interests
- Reading: I’m an avid reader, and I prefer mysteries!
- Baking: I enjoy learning new recipes and am constantly gifting baked goods to my friends and family.
- Animals: I spend a lot of time with my pets. I have a cat, Acorn, and a dog, Walnut. I also volunteer at Forgotten Cats
Fun Facts
- I studied abroad in Poland
- I have somewhere around 30 houseplants
- I’m currently learning Japanese
Thank you for visiting my website and getting to know me a bit better. Feel free to reach out if you’d like to chat!