Social Science PhD Program Recent Graduates

Our graduates go on to a rich mix of careers in academic, research and professional settings, making a meaningful contribution to the public good in communities around the world.

Alumni of the program are now approaching 500 in number, live in all corners of the globe, and hold a variety of professional and academic positions. While the majority of graduates hold academic appointments, others work in public agencies, private firms, NGOs and other non-profit organizations as researchers, consultants, administrators and leaders.

Below is a brief list of accomplishments of our alumni over the past 10 years.

Austin McNeill Brown

(Pronouns: He, His, Him)

Contact Information:

abrown48@syr.edu

Advisor:

Shannon Monnat

Research Collaboration:

Jamie Winders

Austin McNeill Brown

Alum, Social Science Ph.D. Program

Highest degree earned

University of Vermont - Social Work

Graduate Student Dissertation Title

Suburban Subjectivities; A Genealogical Account of the American Dreamscape

Bio

Austin's background is in psychology and social work. His research publications span recovery theory, recovery support systems, and collegiate recovery programs. Austin's interests are in intrapersonal, interpersonal, and ecological factors that initiate and sustain recovery from addiction and substance use issues.