Jason Garvey

Dr. Jason C. Garvey serves as the Executive Director of the Office of Institutional Research and Assessment and a Friedman-Hipps Green and Gold Associate Professor of Education at the University of Vermont's College of Education and Social Services. His work merges data-driven approaches with social justice advocacy, particularly focusing on queer and trans inclusion in education. He leads the QTPiE Collective, a multi-institutional research initiative advancing equitable policies for LGBTQ+ individuals in educational settings.

Education Background:

• Ph.D. in College Student Personnel Administration (University of Maryland)
• M.A. in School Psychology (Ohio State University)
• B.A. in Educational Studies (University of Delaware)

Research Interests: Dr. Garvey specializes in queer/trans education equity, survey design, and quantitative methods. His work addresses structural barriers faced by queer/trans students, particularly in STEM fields and religious institutions. Key themes include financial access, campus climate, and policy advocacy. He employs innovative methodologies to quantify LGBTQ+ experiences and inform inclusive practices.

Recent Contributions:

• Recipient of 2024 ACPA Senior Scholar Award
• 2023 Fulbright Scholar at the British Library
• Lead researcher for AAAS-funded LGBTQ STEM inclusion project (2022-2024)
• Authored Case Studies for Student Development Theory (NASPA Book Award 2021)

Grant and Advising Activities: Dr. Garvey has secured major grants from AAAS, NSF, and AERA. His work often involves collaborative teams addressing systemic inequities. While no formal advisee list is published, his research projects engage graduate students in queer/trans education studies.

Labs/Teams: Principal Investigator for QTPiE Collective - a network advancing LGBTQ+ equity through research, advocacy, and coalition-building across institutions.