Me, a Black Nerd, cosplaying as Platelet from Cells at Work. This was for 2019 Mecha Con, a now defunked convention that was held in New Orleans.

A Black Meeple

Welcome!
I’m so glad you’re here.

I’m a sociologist, board game enthusiast, and Black nerd. This site is where I bring those worlds together, sharing thoughts on my research, reflections on race, gender, and representation in nerd spaces, and the joy that comes with it.

Whether you’re here to learn more about my dissertation, find resources for grad school, or geek out about board games and fandoms, you’re in the right place.

Pull up a chair and stay a while.

A Stardew Valley portrait of me. I used Jazzybee's Stardew Valley Character Creator. I am wearing an orange collared shirt with a brown vest. I have on a red bow and I tired to imulate the two strain twist hair style I frequently wear.

Stardew Valley Style Fun Facts About Me

Loves: Board games (currently fav is Turing Machine), video games (cozy, platformers, simulation, management, and rhythm games), house plants, sociological theory

Likes: Hiking, cooking, crocheting, jigsaw puzzles, cleaning

Neutrals: Laundry, grocery shopping

Dislikes: Driving, baking

Hates: Capitalism, white supremacy

Just like a Black Meeple, I have over one hundred board games. This picture is a small portion of my collection. A few of the games featured are Clinic, Machi Koro, Quadropolis, Catan, Sagrada, Summer Camp, Aeons End, Clank, and Expancity.

A Black Meeple Blog

This is where you can read my Black nerd ramblings.

Contact Me

Feel free to reach out if:

  • You have questions about my work or your own research

  • You’re navigating graduate school and want advice

  • You’d like me to speak with your class, organization, or group

  • You want me to guest write for your blog

  • You’re a fellow nerd and want to connect over a shared interest

Community and conversation are core to what I do, so don’t hesitate to get in touch! :D