J.P Anderson, Ph.D

Director of Director of Creative Arts and Strategy

J.P. (he/him) holds a Ph.D. in political science with a graduate certificate in Law, Societies, and Justice from the University of Washington. J.P. studies the role of law and punishment in perpetuating racial inequality and has published research in law journals such as Law & Social Inquiry and Law & Policy. He has over a decade of experience in adult learning and was previously nominated for the University of Washington’s Excellence in Teaching Award. J.P. has taught at the University of Washington, Seattle University, Pomona College, and San Diego State University on topics including race & the law, race & social movements, and Restorative Justice.

J.P. is also a musician, best known for his band Rabbit Junk, which has been pioneering a blend of electronic and hard rock music for the last 20 years. Rabbit Junk is most often associated with goth, industrial, and metal subgenres, and has a worldwide fanbase in the hundreds of thousands.

J.P. has lived in many places but thinks of Seattle as his home. He lives with his spouse and two children. Two of his favorite quotes are “be kind whenever possible—It is always possible” and “If I can’t dance, I don’t want to be part of your revolution”.