About me
Michelle Harris, MS is a Research Fellow at the University of Portland. She is graduating in May 2025 with her Doctorate in Education. Her research focus areas are Restorative Justice Practices in Education, Best Practices in Education, and Equitable, Safe AI use in Education. Her recent publication highlights the use of AI in education. Her work to help create programs for students who have experienced or been affected by incarceration has led her to collaborate with Universities, Legislators, and other Activists to develop further opportunities for others through the power of education. She has also been the Mini-Grant Program Chair for the Peace and Justice Association (PJSA) since 2021. She has served on the Alumni Relations Committee at Portland State University since 2023. Michelle is a Published Author, Public Speaker, and Activist with a focus on Restorative Justice in the areas of Mass Incarceration, Education Justice, Equitable AI Practices, Nuclear Disarmament, and Climate Justice.
