Richard Arum

About the author

Richard Arum is a distinguished American sociologist and professor of sociology and education policy at New York University's Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. With a doctorate from the University of California, Berkeley, Arum has specialized in educational inequality, school-to-work transitions, and the sociology of education. Prior to "Academically Adrift," he authored several influential works including "Judging School Discipline" and numerous peer-reviewed articles examining educational stratification and institutional effectiveness.

His research has consistently focused on the relationship between educational institutions and social outcomes, establishing him as a leading voice in educational sociology and policy analysis.