His research focuses on modern forms of prejudice, multicultural pedagogy, and issues of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender community with a focus on an intersectional analysis of risk and resilience. He lives in Denver, Colorado with his primary partner, David, and two chihuahuas, Tito and Dita. While no longer square dancing, he currently enjoys line dancing, including teaching line dancing at a number of venues in the Denver area and at national line dancing events.