Welcome to Tara’s Thoughts, a space dedicated to learning (formal and informal). I’m looking forward to sharing some of my own research, as well as research done by others, related to empowering each individual to living a life free of violence. My blogs will largely be related to my thoughts on education, advocacy, and reducing interpersonal violence.

At this time, I am focusing my research on reducing interpersonal violence, such as discrimination, sexual harassment, and sexual assault. I am collaborating with students and colleagues to research stalking, perceptions of sexual assault survivors, child sexual assault, and microaggressions based on gender and race. However, one part of my job that I love is working with students, so expect some talk about my work with students, regardless of the topic!

But, I’m not just an academic, so I’ll also have some posts about family, cooking, and the ocean!