Interim Director
William Axinn ([email protected]) is a sociologist and demographer interested in global health equity. His research addresses the relationships among social change, the social organization of families, intergenerational relationships, marriage, cohabitation, fertility, and mental health in the United States and Nepal. He also studies the interrelationships between population and the environment and new techniques for the collection of social science data. He is a research professor at the Institute for Social Research, a professor in the Department of Sociology, a faculty affiliate at the Center for South and Southeast Asian Studies, and a professor of public policy.
Interim Associate Director
Paula Lantz ([email protected]) is the James B. Hudak Professor of Health Policy and director of undergraduate programs at the University of Michigan's Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy. She also is a University Professor of Diversity and Social Transformation and professor of health management and policy in the School of Public Health. Lantz, a social demographer/social epidemiologist, studies the role of public policy in improving population health and reducing social disparities in health.
Administrative Assistant
Zalma Valencia ([email protected]) is IPC’s Administrative Assistant. In her role, Zalma provides financial and logistical support to the center’s research-focused events and overseas courses.