Justine Kane

Sr. Justine Kane is the Dean of the School of Education and an Associate Professor of Education at Aquinas College. A Dominican Sister and alumna of the college, she holds a B.A. in English from Aquinas, an M.A. in Language, Reading, and Culture from the University of Arizona, and a Ph.D. in Curriculum Studies from the University of Illinois at Chicago. With over 20 years of teaching experience in Catholic elementary schools and higher education since 2009, her research focuses on the intersection of teaching, learning, and identity development in marginalized student populations.

• B.A. English (Aquinas College)
• M.A. Language, Reading, & Culture (University of Arizona)
• Ph.D. Curriculum Studies (University of Illinois at Chicago)

Her work explores how classroom environments shape social and academic identities, particularly for students facing racial, gender, or ethnolinguistic marginalization. She emphasizes urban education contexts and interdisciplinary approaches, blending literacy and science education to foster inclusive learning spaces. Her publications highlight identity formation, equity in STEM, and pedagogical strategies for marginalized learners.

Her articles consistently address themes of identity construction, urban classroom dynamics, and equitable educational practices. Collaborating with educators and researchers, her scholarship bridges theory and practice to support marginalized students' academic and social growth. No scientific awards are explicitly listed.

While her role as Dean and faculty member underscores her administrative and academic leadership, details about advising or grants are not provided in the text. She is affiliated with the School of Education’s Department of Education at Aquinas College.