Melissa F. Baird
- Associate Professor, Anthropology
- On leave 2024-25, Program Director, NSF, DGE
- Postdoctoral Researcher, Stanford University, 2011-2013
- PhD, Anthropology, University of Oregon, 2009
- BA Anthropology, University of California, Berkeley, 1999
Dr. Baird's research investigates the politics of heritage in extractive zones, and, more recently, connecting anthropological tools and methods to address access and equity in higher education. She is currently serving as a Program Director at the National Science Foundation, Division of Graduate Education.
Research Interests
- Extractive zones
- STEMM Higher ED