JeffriAnne Wilder, Ph.D.

JeffriAnne Wilder, Ph.D. is a sociologist and leading scholar specializing in diversity, race relations and issues of women’s empowerment.

She is currently the Executive Director for the newly launched Center for Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at Oberlin College. JeffriAnne holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Florida.

In addition to her studies in sociology, JeffriAnne also completed a PhD concentration in Women's Studies and Gender Research from the University of Florida. JeffriAnne completed her MA in Sociology from Cleveland State University, and a BA from Allegheny College.

JeffriAnne was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio.

As a public scholar and diversity expert, she is frequently called by the media for her perspective and commentary on a broad range of social, political, and cultural issues - from hip-hop to racial profiling to higher education.