Hello! I am a PhD candidate in the department of Political Science at Florida State University.

My primary research investigates the role international agreements have on domestic economic outcomes, with a special focus on impacts to the informal economy. My work involves creating robust theoretical arguments while incorporating methods to facilitate causal identification to us understand the causes and consequences of informal employment.

In addition to my primary research, I also explore the interplay between nativist-populism and trade preferences. Through the use of experimental designs, I provide a deeper understanding of populist opposition to free trade and its effects on Embedded Liberalism.

Please feel free to email me directly at cgahagan[at]fsu.edu.