Evangeline Aguilera

Evangeline Aguilera (known as Vangie) is an Adjunct Professor at Trinity University, serving as Leadership Coordinator for the Center for Educational Leadership, Director of the Trinity School Design Network, and faculty member for the Trinity Tomorrow’s Leaders Program. Her career spans urban education leadership roles including teacher, principal, and district-level senior executive, emphasizing social justice and equitable school systems.

• Education: Ed.D. and M.Ed. from University of Texas – San Antonio, B.A. from Our Lady of the Lake University

Her research focuses on Social Justice Leadership, advocating for inclusive school reforms and partnerships between educational institutions and communities. She has contributed to systemic equity initiatives through her directorship roles.

• Scientific Awards:
  • UTSA Outstanding Graduate Advisor of Record
  • San Antonio Women’s Hall of Fame inductee (2012)
  • Delta Kappa Gamma Golden Gift Award
  • Barbara L. Jackson Scholar recognition
  • Multiple community and education leadership accolades

Dr. Aguilera actively shapes educational policy through affiliations like the Young Women’s Leadership Academy Board, San Antonio 100, and Alamo Colleges Foundation GED Scholarship committee. She previously chaired the Mayor’s Commission on the Status of Women and KLRN Public Television advisory board.