Ashley N. Patterson

About

Ashley N. Patterson is an Assistant Professor at Pennsylvania State University in the United States. Her research focuses on critical race theory, youth organizing, and the discursive constructions of identity, particularly in educational contexts. Recent publications include explorations of empathy in youth activism, the representation of multiracial students in academic settings, and the implications of digital narratives surrounding race and class. Through her work, Dr. Patterson aims to transform discourse between academia and policy makers.