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Alexandre Couture Gagnon is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), affiliated with the School of Public Policy and Administration. Previously, she served as an Assistant Professor at the École nationale d’administration publique in Québec City, Canada. She holds a PhD in Public Policy from Carleton University’s School of Public Policy and Administration (SPPA), completed in 2013. Her research focuses on public policy in minority nations, with publications in journals and book chapters. She is a recipient of the G. Bruce Doern Award (2010) and the UTRGV Outstanding International Female Faculty Award (2017). She actively contributes to the academic community through her role on the Executive Council of the Association for Canadian Studies in the United States (ACSUS).
Education:
- PhD in Public Policy, Carleton University (2013)
- Master’s degree (not specified in text)
Research Interests: Dr. Couture Gagnon’s work examines policy dynamics in minority nations, emphasizing governance structures, comparative policy frameworks, and the intersection of public administration with cultural and political contexts. Her research bridges theory and practice, addressing challenges faced by minority populations in policy design and implementation.
Awards:
- G. Bruce Doern Award (2010)
- Outstanding International Female Faculty at UTRGV (2017)
Advising & Grants: While no specific advisees or grants are listed, her interview highlights her expertise in grant writing and academic mentorship, skills honed during her training at Carleton. She emphasizes collaborative research and institutional support for early-career academics.
Labs/Teams: No specific labs or teams mentioned, though her research likely involves interdisciplinary collaborations in public policy and political science.
