THE BASICS

Chris is an Andrew W. Mellon Engaged Scholar Initiative Fellow at the University of Texas at Austin. He earned his Ph.D. in History from UT-Austin in 2019. His work examines the intersections of religion, medicine, gender, and sexuality in the modern United States.

THE BOOK MONOGRAPH

Chris’ book project, To Cure a Sinful Nation: Conversion Therapy in the United States, examines 140 years of gender identity and sexual orientation change efforts.

BEFORE TEXAS

Chris has worked as a boarding school teacher, academic advisor, museum educator, professional researcher, and a student teaching coordinator.

THIS WEBSITE

Explore to find out more about Chris’ work, research interests, and educational and professional experience.