Christina Stacy
About Christina Stacy
Christina Stacy serves as a Principal Research Associate at the Urban Institute, where she has worked since 2013. She holds a PhD in Agricultural Economics from Michigan State University and actively contributes to various advisory boards and research initiatives focused on community development and public health.
Work at Urban Institute
Christina Stacy has been a Principal Research Associate at the Urban Institute since 2013, contributing to various research initiatives in Washington, DC. She previously served as a Senior Research Associate from 2017 to 2021. In her role, she evaluates programs and leads studies aimed at improving community well-being. Her current projects include a randomized controlled trial of a cash transfer program combined with job training to address youth violence. Additionally, she participates in the New Urban Mobility Alliance's Research Collaborative, focusing on innovative urban solutions.
Education and Expertise
Christina Stacy holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Agricultural Economics from Michigan State University, where she studied from 2007 to 2013. She also earned a Master's in Public and International Affairs from the University of Pittsburgh between 2004 and 2006. Her undergraduate studies were completed at Boston College, where she received a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from 1999 to 2003. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in research methodologies and economic analysis.
Background
Before her tenure at the Urban Institute, Christina Stacy worked as a PhD Candidate and Research Assistant at Michigan State University from 2007 to 2013. This role provided her with essential research experience that she has applied in her subsequent positions. In addition to her research work, she serves on the board of the Alexandria Housing Development Corporation, where she contributes to the establishment of a Community Land Trust.
Achievements
Christina Stacy has made significant contributions to various organizations and initiatives. She advises the American Heart Association's Voices for Healthy Kids through the Policy Research Advisory group and the University of Pittsburgh's Master's in Quantitative Economics program. Furthermore, she is involved with the Urban Land Institute's Home Attainability Index Advisory Committee, focusing on housing affordability issues. Her work reflects a commitment to improving community health and economic stability.