Jacqueline Coomes

Jacqueline Coomes, PhD, is a faculty member in the Department of Mathematics at Eastern Washington University. She currently serves as Interim Vice Provost and has dedicated her career to advancing mathematics education through teacher training, equitable learning opportunities, and grant-funded initiatives.

• Education: Mathematics
• Expertise: Mathematics education, problem-solving pedagogy, professional development
• Roles: Faculty, grant writer, academic administrator

Her research focuses on transforming mathematics education by positioning students as mathematical sense-makers, with particular emphasis on professional development for in-service and pre-service teachers. She has led grants to expand equitable access to mathematical success.

As an active member of the EWU community, Coomes contributes to academic affairs through her administrative role while maintaining her scholarly work in mathematics education.