CSSR Education & Health Research Hub 2026-27 Speaker Series
Michelle Dromgold-Sermen: “From Community Member to Entrepreneur”
Friday, February 12, 2027 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM EST
Online Location
Speaker: Michelle Dromgold-Sermen
Dr. Michelle S. Dromgold-Sermen is Assistant Professor of Sociology at George Mason University. Her areas of expertise include membership and belonging, legality and immigrant incorporation, U.S. immigration law and policy, refugee resettlement, and global migration management. Her research is interdisciplinary and adopts multiple and mixed methods including computational, qualitative, and quantitative analysis to explore diverse questions about the impacts of migration systems and administration for the experiences of migrants and citizens. Her current research explores: contributions and challenges of the U.S. H temporary visa program; the consequences of uncertain policymaking and waiting for visa-holders in the United States who are navigating the adjustment of status process to become legal permanent residents; refugee experiences in the United States and globally; and immigrant pathways to entrepreneurship. She has spent extensive time researching and working with migrant and refugee populations in Germany, Türkiye, and the United States.
Moderator: Alyssa Cazier
Alyssa is a PhD student in Sociology and a Graduate Professional Assistant for the Honors College at George Mason University. As a graduate assistant, Alyssa teaches undergraduate courses and assists Honors College faculty and staff with data collection, assessment, and implementation and analysis to support Honors College programs and initiatives. Additionally, she leads a research team of multi-disciplinary undergraduate and graduate students in the Social Science Research Lab. Alyssa's current research interests include examining social and systemic inequalities and exploring alternative frameworks focused on social and economic justice.
About the Series:
The CSSR Education & Health Research Hub aims to use this speaker series to leverage connections and spark multidisciplinary dialogue. Please join us in conversation with Dr. Michelle Dromgold-Sermen.
