Angela Simms

She is an accomplished sociologist, educator, and public policy professional currently serving as Assistant Professor at Barnard College in the New York City metropolitan area, a role she has held since 2019. Her research examines race, class, and the political economy of United States metropolitan areas, with a focus on how market and government processes shape the life chances of middle-class African Americans. Her earlier career includes serving as a Legislative Analyst at the Office of Management and Budget, where she managed the approval of legislative documents the U.S. Department of Justice sought to submit to Congress, including testimony and letters regarding pending legislation. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Pennsylvania and a Master of Public Affairs in Public Policy from The University of Texas at Austin. Her career reflects a deep commitment to scholarship, public policy, and advancing understanding of structural inequality in American life.