Rowland is a second year PhD student in Sociology. His research interests include but not limited to health policy, addiction (alcohol and gambling), family, and gender studies. One of his major past projects was the scaling up parenting in the public health system in Thailand under the Global Parenting Initiative, focused on the testing and scaling up of evidence-based parenting interventions for preventing child maltreatment, promoting healthy child development, and strengthening parent-child relationships.

Curriculum Vitae

Advisor

Dr. Lisa Kort-Butler

Areas of Specialization

• Gambling and Public Health
• Family and Interpersonal Violence
• Gender and Health Inequalities
• Adolescent and Youth Well-Being

Research

My research focuses on the intersections of gambling, health, and family life. Another line investigates family and interpersonal violence, particularly sibling violence and its overlooked dynamics. I also study gender and health inequalities, including how women navigate healthcare systems. Additionally, I remain engaged in projects focused on adolescent health, social problems, and the impact of public policy on vulnerable populations.

Teaching

I have taught and assisted in multiple courses, including Social Problems and Sociology of Crime. In Summer 2025, I independently designed and instructed SOCI 180: Social Problems, where I integrated data-driven assignments, discussions, and assessments to help students connect personal experiences with broader social structures.

Publications

• Edet, R. (2025). Breaking the Odds: A Gendered Analysis of Women and Gambling Behaviors. UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal, 29(1), 6. https://doi.org/10.9741/2327-8455.1510
• Edet, R. (2025). The Overlooked Dynamics of Sibling Violence: Sociological Perspectives and Intervention Strategies. The Journal of Social Encounters, 9(1), 196–210. https://doi.org/10.69755/2995-2212.1340
• Nwafor, J., Edet, R., & Nwokocha, E. (2025). Beyond Borders: Exploring the Lived Experiences of International Migrant Women in Nigeria. Gender Issues, 42, 12. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12147-025-09356-w.