How it works
If you’re interested in taking part in this research study, click below or contact me directly
My name is Liz Raleigh and I am a sociologist and a faculty member at Carleton College. I believe in the power of learning from people’s voices and love interviewing people about their money attitudes and decisions. I teach classes about family, race, and immigration, so I think a lot about the complexity of people’s lives. I am eager to talk to you — yes YOU! — about your story. I hope you’ll reach out.
Questions — use the link to the form to sign up for an interview or email me directly at lraleigh@carleton.edu
Liz Raleigh, PhD
I am a sociologist who focuses on social class and the family. As part of this research project, I have been deepening my own knowledge of personal finance. I am a candidate for CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification.
My previous work was about race and adoption. I am the author of Selling Transracial Adoption: Families, Markets, and the Color Line.
A sample of some topics we’ll discuss
This research project was approved by Carleton College’s Institutional Review Board (IRB), project 2023-24 1682.
Growing up, how did you learn about money? Did your family talk about finances?
How do you feel about your financial situation? How do you make decisions about money?
How do your finances compare to your friends & family? How does money shape these relationships?
Research Ethics
I feel strongly that a researcher has the responsibility to go beyond just taking information from study participants. To prepare for this study, I have been deepening my knowledge of personal finance and am a Candidate for CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER© certification.
At the close of the interview, I am happy to share my favorite resources that provide sound and easy to understand general financial education. My goal is to help cut through the noise of misinformation online. It is important to note that I will not be providing specific financial advice.
If you decide that you want to end the interview for any reason, I am still happy to talk with you about general financial education topics.
