Amanda Blakewood Pascale

Dr. Amanda Blakewood Pascale serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Leadership, School Counseling and Sport Management within the College of Education and Human Services at the University of North Florida. With extensive administrative experience as former Associate Director of Admissions and Director of the Graduate School, she contributes to higher education scholarship through research on leadership dynamics and community-building practices.

Her academic credentials include:

• Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (2011)
• M.S. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies - College Student Personnel from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (2008)
• B.A. in Psychology from the University of Central Florida

Dr. Pascale's research centers on leadership praxis in higher education, with specialized focus on gender equity, STEM learning environments, and faculty retention challenges. Her scholarship examines systemic barriers affecting women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ communities in academia, while exploring interventions to foster inclusive campus cultures. Recent work investigates the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on academic work-life integration and the mental health disparities experienced by transgender college students.

Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent investigation into intersectional faculty experiences, particularly examining how gender, race, and parenting responsibilities influence career trajectories. Her methodological approach combines qualitative depth with quantitative rigor to address complex issues in departmental leadership satisfaction, promotion clarity, and sense of belonging among marginalized groups.

Notable recognitions include:

• Community Engaged Scholar Faculty Fellowship (2019)
• AERA Emerging Scholar award (2010)

As principal investigator for six active grants—including the Academic Affairs Faculty Development Grant and CAMP Osprey Research Grant—she examines college readiness, CAS standards implementation, and faculty development initiatives. Her service extends to national organizations including the American Council on Education Women's Network and Ed.D. External Advisory Board, where she shapes policy through committee leadership and editorial contributions.

Dr. Pascale maintains active mentorship roles while advancing collaborative projects on STEM identity formation and leadership development frameworks within higher education institutions.