Valerie J. Martinez-Ebers

Previous Scheduled Teaching

Published Intellectual Contributions

Book

• Calfano, B.R., Martinez-Ebers, V.J., Ramusovic, A. (2021). The American Professor Pundit: Academics in the World of US Political Media. Palgrave. https://www.palgrave.com/gp/book/9783030708764
• Ebers, V.J. (2020). Human Relations Commissions: Relieving Racial Tensions in the American City, NYC: Columbia University Press.. 320. New York City, Colombia University Press. https://cup.columbia.edu/book/human-relations-commissions/9780231191012
• Fraga, Luis R., John A. Garcia, Rodney E. Hero, Michael Jones-Correa, Valerie Martinez-Ebers and Gary Segura.. (2011). Published January 2012 Latinos in the New Millennium: An Almanac of Opinion, Behavior, and Policy Preferences.
• Fraga, Luis R., John A. Garcia, Rodney E. Hero, Michael Jones-Correa, Valerie Martinez-Ebers and Gary Segura.. (2010). Latino Lives in America: Making It Home..
• Valerie Martinez-Ebers and Manochehr Dorraj. (2009). Perspectives on Race, Ethnicity and Religion: Identity Politics in America.
• Garcia, S., Martinez-Ebers, V., Coronado, I., Jaramillo, P. and Navarro, S.. (2008). Politicas: Latina Trailblazers in the Texas Political Arena.

Book Chapter

• Martinez-Ebers, V.J., Calfano, B.R., Ramusovic, A., Slocum, P.R. (2021). Professor Punditry: The Performance. The American Professor Pundit: Academics in the World of US Political Media. 1 266. London, Palgrave Macmillan. https://www.palgrave.com/gp
• Calfano, B., Martinez-Ebers, V.J., Carey, T.E., Beutel, A. (2019). “Performance Politics: Negotiating Muslim and American Identities”. Understanding Muslim Political Life in America: (Contested Citizenship in the Twenty-first Century. 28. Philadelphia PA, Temple University Press. http://tupress.temple.edu/book/20000000009772
• Nunez-Janes, M.E., Combes, B.H., Re Cruz, A., Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (2018). “La Colectiva: Peer Mentoring on the Path to Thrival”. Counternarratives from Women of Color Academics: Bravery, Vulnerability, and Resistance.. United Kingdom, Routledge.
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J., Bejarano, C., Shields, T., Maxwell, A. (2017). Latina Mobilization: A Strategy for Increasing the Political Participation for Latino Families. The Legacy of Second-Wave Feminism in American Politics. Palgrave Macmillan.
• Leal, David L., Valerie Martinez-Ebers and Kenneth J. Meier. (2010). "Reexamining the Effect of Electoral Structure on Representation: Latino Education Politics, 1986 and 2001," in David L. Leal and Kenneth J. Meier, The Politics of Hispanic Education Revisited .
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• Fraga, L., Lopez, L., Martinez-Ebers, V. and Ramirez, R.. (2008). "Representing Gender and Ethnicity: Strategic Intersectionality.".
• Martinez- Ebers, V. and Avalos, M.. (2007). "We've come A Long Way but Not Far Enough: The Status of Latinos and Latino Politics Research in Political Science,".
• Godwin, R.K., Kemerer, F.R., Martinez, V.J.. (1998). "Comparing Public Choice with Private Voucher Programs in San Antonio.".
• Martinez, V.J., Godwin, R.K. and Kemerer, F.R. (1996). "The Impact of Thematic Schools of Choice in San Antonio.".
• Martinez, V.J.,. (1996). "Unfulfilled Expectations for Political Gains in Texas".
• Martinez, V.J., Godwin, R.K. and Kemerer, F.R. (1995). "Private School Choice in San Antonio.".

Journal Article

• Martinez-Ebers, V.J., Branton, R.P., Feinberg, A. (2022). “The Trump Effect: How 2016 Campaign Rallies Explain Spikes in Hate”. PS: Political Science & Politics. https://www.doi.org/10.1017/S1049096521001621
• Branton, R.P., Carey, T.E., Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (2021). Lethal Engagement: The Relationship of Exposure to Police Violence and External Political Efficacy. Political Behavior.
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J., Branton, R.P. (2021). “Bringing People Together: Improving Intergroup Relations via Group Identity Cues.” Urban Affairs Review. Published online before print June 9, 2019, doi.org/10.1177/1078087419853390. Urban Affairs Review. 57 (1) 104-127. Sage.
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J., Branton, R.P., Calfano, B.R. The Impact of Subjective Social Position on Public Evaluations of Police. Social Science Quarterly.
• Silva, A., Esparza, D., Martinez-Ebers, V.J., Branton, R.P. (2020). Perceived police performance, racial experiences, and trust in local government. Politics, Groups and Identities.
• Esparza, D., Martinez-Ebers, V.J., Branton, R.P., King, K.L., Meernik, J.D. (2020). Violence, Trust and Public Support for the Colombian Peace Agreement. Social Science Quarterly. 101 (4) 1236-1254.
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (2016). Local Control and Realities in the Relationship Between IRBs and Political Science Research. PS: Political Science & Politics.
• Carey, T.E., Matsubayashi, T., Martinez-Ebers, V.J., Paolino, P.O. (2016). ¿Eres Amigo o Enemigo? Contextual Determinants of Latinos’ Perceived Competition with African-Americans. Urban Affairs Review. 52 (2) 155-181.
• Regina Branton, Tony E. Carey Jr., Valerie Martinez-Ebers, and Tetsuya Matsubayashi. (2015). "Social Protest and Policy Attitudes: The Case of the 2006 Immigration Rallies". American Journal of Political Science. 59 (2) 390-402.
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J., Carey, T.E., Branton, R.P. (2014). The Influence of Social Protest on Issue Salience Among Latinos. Political Research Quarterly. 67 (3)
• Carey, Tony E., Tetsuya Matsubayashi, Regina Branton and Valerie Martinez-Ebers.. (2013). The Determinants and Political Consequences of Latinos' Perceived Intra-Group Competition. Politics, Groups and Identities. 1 (3) 311-328.
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J., Bowler, S., Kaufman-Osborn, T. (2013). How PGI Came to be.... Politics, Groups and Identities. 1 (1)
• Barreto, Matt A., Fraga, L. Manzano, S., Martinez-Ebers, V., and Segura, G.. (2008). "Should They Dance with the One Who Brung 'Em?' Latinos and the 2008 Presidential Election,".
• Fraga, L., Lopez, L., Martinez-Ebers, V. and Ramirez, R.. (2007). "Gender and Ethnicity: Patterns of Representation and Advocacy Among Latina and Latino Legislators".
• Fraga, R., Garcia, J., Hero, R., Jones-Correa, M., Martinez-Ebers, V. and Segura, G.. (2006). "Su Casa Es Nuestra Casa: Latino Politics Research and the Development of American Political Science,".
• Godwin, K., Godwin, J. and Martinez-Ebers, V.. (2004). "Civic Socialization in Public and Fundamentalist Schools,".
• Leal, D., Martinez-Ebers, V and Meier, K.. (2004). "The Politics of Latino Education: the Biases of At-Large Elections".
• Godwin, K., Ausbrooks, C., and Martinez-Ebers, V.. (2001). "Teaching Tolerance in Public and Private Schools,".
• Martinez-Ebers, V., Fraga, L., Lopez, L. and Vega, A... (2000). "Latino Interests in Education, Health and Criminal Justice Policy,".
• Martinez-Ebers, V., Avalos, M., Hardy-Fanta, C., Lopez, L., Segura, G., and Schmidt, Sr., R.. (2000). "Special Report: An Update on the Status of Latinos y Latinas: What the Profession Should Be Doing,".
• Godwin ,K., Kemerer, F., Martinez, V., and Ruderman, R.,. (1998). "Equity, Diversity and Tolerance in Education,".
• Godwin, K., Kemerer, F., Martinez, V. and Ruderman, R.,. (1998). "Liberal Equity in Education: A Comparison of Choice Options,".
• Martinez-Ebers, V.. (1997). "Using Monetary Incentives with Hard-To-Reach Populations in Panel Surveys,".
• Martinez, V. J., Godwin, R.K. and Kemerer, F.R. (1995). "More on Consequences,".
• Martinez, V. J., Godwin, R.K. and Kemerer, F.R.. (1995). "San Antonio School Choice Project: Overview of Findings for 1992-93.".
• Martinez, V J., Godwin, R.K. and Kemerer, F.R.. (1995). "The Consequences of School Choice: Who Leaves and Who Stays in the Inner City,".
• Martinez, V. J., Thomas, K. and Kemerer, F.R.. (1994). "Who Chooses and Why: A Look at Five School Choice Plans,".
• Martinez, V.J. (1993). "Fredric Austin Ogg.".
• Martinez, V.J. (1993). "Pendleton Herring.".
• Martinez, V. J.. (1992). " Latinos and the 1992 Elections in Texas: High Expectations for Political Gains,".
• Martinez, V. J., Roush, R.E. and Luffer-Williams, M.. (1992). "Geriatric Education Centers in the Southwest: A Resource for the Region,".
• Patterson, S., Bailey, M. and Martinez, V.J.. (1987). "Report of the Managing Editor of the American Political Science Review, 1986-87.".
• Martinez, V.J.. (1981). "Legal Services for the Poor: Resources, Problems and Strategies.".

Newspaper

• Branton, R.P., Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (2019). “Counties that hosted a 2016 Trump rally saw a 226 percent increase in hate crimes” Washington Post Monkey Cage, March 22, 2019, https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2019/03/22/trumps-rhetoric-does-inspire-more-hate-crimes/. https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2019/03/22/trumps-rhetoric-does-inspire-more-hate-crimes/

Washington Post Article

• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (2012). Five Myths About Latino Voters. https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/five-myths-about-latino-voters/2012/10/05/c61d5bc8-0271-11e2-8102-ebee9c66e190_story.html?utm_term=.cf44ce3dcf15

Contracts, Grants and Sponsored Research

Grant - Research

• Martinez-Ebers, V.J., Calfano, B., "Human Relations in Cincinnati," sponsored by Cincinnati United Front, Local, $12000 Funded. (2018 - 2019).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "Human Relations in Pittsburgh," sponsored by City of Pittsburgh, Local, $25000 Funded. (2016 - 2016).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "Human Relations in Los Angeles," sponsored by National Science Foundation, Federal, $25000 Funded. (2015 - 2015).
• Carey, T.E., Branton, R.P., Martinez-Ebers, V.J., "Center for Immigration Studies," sponsored by University of North Texas, University of North Texas, $3000 Funded. (2011 - 2011).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J., "Media Coverage of Immigration," sponsored by Immigation Studies Center, University of North Texas, $5000 Funded. (2011 - 2011).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J., "Media Coverage of Immigration," sponsored by Spanish Language Media Center, University of North Texas, $7000 Funded. (2010 - 2010).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "Latino National Survey," sponsored by Rhode Island Foundation, Private, $150000 Funded. (2006 - 2006).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "Latino National Survey," sponsored by Joyce Foundation, Private, $200000 Funded. (2005 - 2005).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "Latino National Survey," sponsored by Texas A&M University, State, $80000 Funded. (2005 - 2005).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "Latino National Survey Contextual Database," sponsored by National Science Foundation, Federal, $203600 Funded. (2005 - 2005).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "Latino National Survey," sponsored by Carnegie Foundation, Private, $200000 Funded. (2004 - 2004).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "Latino National Survey," sponsored by Ford Foundation, Private, $200000 Funded. (2004 - 2004).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "Latino National Survey," sponsored by Irvine Foundation, Private, $150000 Funded. (2004 - 2004).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "Latino National Survey," sponsored by Russell Sage, Private, $200000 Funded. (2004 - 2004).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "Latino National Survey Start-up," sponsored by Hewlett Foundation, Private, $125000 Funded. (2002 - 2002).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "Modeling Student's Political Tolerance & Democratic Norms," sponsored by Spencer Foundation, Private, $27600 Funded. (1999 - 1999).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "San Antonio Educational Choice," sponsored by Walton Foundation, Private, $15000 Funded. (1996 - 1996).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "San Antonio Educational Choice," sponsored by Spencer Foundation, Private, $11000 Funded. (1994 - 1994).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Principal), "Research Opportunity Grant," sponsored by University of North Texas, Private, $3000 Funded. (1992 - 1992).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Other), "San Antonio Educational Choice," sponsored by Covenant Foundation, Private, $10000 Funded. (1992 - 1992).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Principal), "San Antonio Educational Choice," sponsored by Ewing Hasell Foundation, Private, $20000 Funded. (1992 - 1992).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Principal), "San Antonio Educational Choice," sponsored by U.S. Dept. Education, Federal, $88000 Funded. (1992 - 1992).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "San Antonio Educational Choice," sponsored by USAA, Federal, $10000 Funded. (1992 - 1992).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Principal), "Junior Faculty Research Grant," sponsored by University of North Texas, University of North Texas, Funded. (1991 - 1991).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J., Calfano, B., "Human Relations in Cincinnati," sponsored by Cincinnati United Front, Local, Funded. (2018 - 2019).

Grant - Service

• Ragland, C.A. (Supporting), Castro, D. (Principal), Martinez-Ebers, V. (Supporting), "Third International Conference of Research Faculty on the Arts and Cultures," sponsored by Global Venture Fund, University of North Texas, $4000 Funded. (2019 - 2020).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), Guerrero, M. (Co-Principal), "Looking Back and Moving Forward: Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Latino Caucus in Political Science," sponsored by American Political Science Association, Other, $26500 Funded. ( - 2018).
• Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), Guerrero, M. (Co-Principal), "Looking Back and Moving Forward: Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Latino Caucus in Political Science," sponsored by American Political Science Association, Other, Funded. ( - 2018).
• Ishiyama, J.T. (Principal), Breuning, M. (Co-Principal), Forde, S.P. (Co-Principal), Martinez-Ebers, V.J. (Co-Principal), "Editorship for the American Political Science Review," sponsored by American Political Science Association, NFP, Funded. (2012 - 2016).