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Katrina Black Reed
Katrina Black Reed
Assistant Professor
Summary Statement

Black Reed’s research focuses on the role of out-of-school time programs in promoting justice-oriented youth in marginalized populations and how these programs can foster social consciousness and positive development.

Department
  • Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management - RPTM
  • Graduate Program
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Education
  • Ph.D., Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management, Clemson University, 2019
  • M.P.H, Health and Promotion, Walden University, 2008
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Phone
Office Address
1600 Woodland Road
Woodland, 236k
Penn State Abington
Abington, PA 19001
Interests
  • Inclusive community recreation services
  • Positive youth development
  • Critical consciousness 
  • Out of school time justice-oriented activities
  • Social justice (equity) curriculum for youth
  • Racial-minoritized groups