Meet the Researchers

Katrina Akande photo Katrina Akande, Ph.D.
Dr. Katrina Akande is an Assistant Professor at Auburn University in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies. She is also an Extension Specialist in the Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES). Her research interests include father-child engagement and father involvement.
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Kenya Cistrunk, Ph.D.
Dr. Kenya Cistrunk is an Assistant Professor at Mississippi State University in the Department of Social Work. Her research area includes father involvement and justice-involved families.