Gabriel Martinez

Gabriel Martinez, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Economics and Chair of the Economics Department at Ave Maria University. He also serves as Director of Online Education, Director of the Global Affairs Program, and Director of the Managerial Economics and Strategic Analysis Program. His academic credentials include a B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of South Carolina, an M.A. and Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Notre Dame, and an M.A.Ed.H.D. in Educational Technology Leadership from George Washington University. His research focuses on international financial crises, economic policy analysis, and pedagogical innovations in online education. He has published extensively on topics such as liability dollarization, financial crises in Latin America, and the application of John Henry Newman’s educational philosophy to modern distance learning.

Education:

• B.A., Interdisciplinary Studies, University of South Carolina
• M.A., Economics, University of Notre Dame
• M.A.Ed.H.D., Educational Technology Leadership, George Washington University
• Ph.D., Economics, University of Notre Dame

Research Interests: Dr. Martinez specializes in analyzing historical financial crises (e.g., Chile 1981–83, Ecuador 1999, Thailand 1997), the macroeconomic impacts of dollarization, and the interplay between institutional quality and capital markets. He also explores pedagogical strategies for effective economics education, particularly in online and distance-learning environments rooted in Catholic intellectual tradition.

Articles Overview: His recent work examines the structural causes of financial crises, the role of monetary policy in crisis resolution, and evidence-based teaching methods. Earlier research includes studies on credit rationing, capital openness, and the philosophical foundations of economics in higher education.

Advising & Grants: While no specific grants or advisees are listed, his administrative roles suggest involvement in program development and curriculum design.

Labs/Teams: His work is primarily theoretical and policy-oriented, though his role in directing online education implies collaboration with educational technology teams.