Kenji Rashaan Madison Affiliate Faculty

My research interests are in the pathways that influence students’ social outcomes, with a
focus on students of color. My desire is to understand the essential role of student-teacher
relationships on students’ long-term social outcomes including, peer relationships, students’
sense of belongingness, self and emotional regulation, and self-perception.
Within the teaching context, I hold to the view, that the teaching and learning process is
transactional, and as we engage in this process, we will all endeavor to leave that experience as
better people.

On a personal note, I have a wonderful wife, two children, and three dogs. I consider myself an
accomplished cook, I enjoy Judo, baseball, track and field, and I find nothing wrong with ruining
someone’s day on Mario Kart 8! I am very active in the community and hold memberships in
The Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Incorporated, The NAACP, and I volunteer in many capacities.

I live by this phrase: There is no greater service, than to serve others.