Elizabeth Roumell

Dr. Elizabeth Roumell is an Associate Professor in the Department of Education Administration and Human Resource Development at Texas A&M University, serving as tenured faculty, Associate Department Head for Academic Affairs, and Executive Director of the Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy and Learning (TCALL). She holds a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Wyoming (2009) and specializes in adult learning, policy analysis, and graduate supervision. Her research emphasizes identity development in adult learners, education policy reform, and global social justice in adult education. She has secured over $7 million in grants and authored/co-authored 30+ peer-reviewed articles, 12 book chapters, and a co-edited book on human rights and sustainability.

Education Background:

• Ph.D., Education (Adult & Postsecondary Education), University of Wyoming (2009)
• M.A., International Studies, University of Wyoming (2003)
• B.A., German and International Studies, University of Wyoming (2000)

Research Interests:

• Adult learning theories and pedagogical practices
• Policy analysis of adult and workforce education systems
• Supervision of graduate research in distance education
• Human rights advocacy through adult education
• Cross-cultural andragogical approaches
• Community capacity-building initiatives

Awards:

• 2013 & 2017 Early Career Awards for Research Excellence
• 2020 Imogene Oaks Award for Outstanding Research
• Recognition for policy leadership in global adult education

Grants & Advising: PI/Co-PI for $7M+ grants; advised 4 doctoral students (e.g., Steven Koether, Miranda Livingston). Her work intersects policy, pedagogy, and social justice, with emphasis on marginalized populations and sustainable development.