Kenjus Watson

Assistant Professor at Education, American University0 Followers

Professor Kenjus Watson is recognized for excellence in the field of education, serving as an Assistant Professor in the School of Education at American University. With a passion for fostering collaborative learning environments, he teaches graduate courses that focus on team building, guiding doctoral dissertations, and advancing education research methodologies. His commitment to student success and innovative teaching methods has made him a respected figure among his peers and students alike. Professor Watson's academic journey is marked by a dedication to exploring the dynamic intersections of educational theory and practice. He is known for his ability to inspire students to think critically and engage deeply with their research interests. His courses are designed to equip future educators and researchers with the skills necessary to navigate and contribute meaningfully to the evolving landscape of education. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Professor Watson is actively involved in various academic initiatives and committees within the university. His office, located in the Spring Valley Building, serves as a hub for intellectual exchange and mentorship. For media inquiries or to learn more about his work, interested parties are encouraged to submit a request to AU Communications.

Research Interests

Collaborative learning educational theory education research methodologies team building

Publications

1 - Renaming the Narrative, Reclaiming Their Humanity: Black and Latino Males’ Descriptions of Success,Teachers College Record: The Voice of Scholarship in Education

Tyrone C. Howard , Brian Woodward , Oscar Navarro , Adrian H. Huerta , Bianca N. Haro , Kenjus Watson ,

, 1-32, 2019-05-01

2 - Remembering an Apocalyptic Education: Revealing Life Beneath the Waves of Black Being,Root Work Journal

Tiffani Marie , Kenjus Watson ,

, 14-48, 2020-08-24

3 - Protect the Children, Body and Soul,Education Sciences

Kenjus T. Watson , Tiffani Marie , Ersie-Anastasia Gentzis , Dante Dixson ,

, 282, 2024-03-07

4 - Drawing from the Well: ‘I never remember hearing that healing was going to feel good.’,Handbook of Race and Refusal in Higher Education

Tiffani Marie , Kenjus T. Watson , Jewell Bachelor ,

, 294-317, 2024-05-09

5 - Where might we go from here? An inconclusive conclusion to the Handbook of Race and Refusal in Higher Education,Handbook of Race and Refusal in Higher Education

Nora Cisneros , Lindsay Pérez Huber , Verónica Vélez , Kenjus T. Watson ,

, 318-326, 2024-05-09

6 - Like a path in tall grasses: introducing the Handbook of Race and Refusal in Higher Education,Handbook of Race and Refusal in Higher Education

Race and Refusal Collective , Nora Cisneros , Lindsay Pérez Huber , Verónica Vélez , Kenjus T. Watson ,

, xx-xl, 2024-05-09

7 - “Rest of the folks are tired and weary”: The impact of historical lynchings on biological and cognitive health for older adults racialized as Black,Social Science & Medicine

Paris B. Adkins-Jackson , César Higgins Tejera , Dejania Cotton-Samuel , Carla L. Foster , Lauren L. Brown , Kenjus T. Watson , Tiffany N. Ford , Tahlia Bragg , Betselot B. Wondimu , Jennifer J. Manly ,

, 117537, 2024-11-01

8 - Designing a biomedical coding program focused on inclusivity and agency,Nature Computational Science

Kala M. Mehta , Niquo Ceberio , Sonthonax Vernard , Yazmin P. Carrasco , Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo , Tung T. Nguyen , Peter Lê , Jasmón Bailey , Audrey Parangan-Smith , Kelechi Uwaezuoke , Robert C. Rivers , Kenjus Watson , Leticia Márquez-Magaña ,

, 242-243, 2021-04-15

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