Kercher Center for Social Research
Sociology
Kercher Center for Social Research
General Information
The Kercher Center for Social Research (KCSR) is a research arm of the Department of Sociology at Western Michigan University. It was founded in 1956 and has since operated as a research and consultation center.
Purpose and Commitment
The KCSR emphasizes multi-disciplinary collaboration and consultation and is committed to providing quality research services in combination with effective student training. The mission of the KCSR is:
- to advance the understanding of social processes and of social policy analysis,
- to train undergraduate and graduate students to become the next generation of social researchers, and
- to serve the research needs of Kalamazoo and surrounding communities, the southwest region, and the State of Michigan.
For inquiries about the Kercher Center for Social Research, please contact:
Paul Ciccantell
Office: 2528 Sangren
Phone: (269)387-3594