How can we cultivate academic and socioemotional development among children, adolescents, and families? Maureen E. Kenny seeks these answers, examining the individual and contextual factors that promote positive growth. Her expertise includes school and community-based interventions for marginalized youth, whole child education, student motivation, and how academic challenges evolve through shifts in technology, globalization, and workforce opportunities.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Relational factors as contributors to school engagement and career development among urban high school youth. Preventive interventions for promoting healthy academic, social and physical development among urban elementary school children.

EXPERTISE
Childhood & Adolescence
College Access, Success & Career
Health
Parental Beliefs & Practices
Poverty
Social & Emotional Development
Social Oppression Racism & Culture