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Dr. Ginger Gummelt serves as the Department Chair of the Department of Sociology, Social Work, and Criminal Justice at Lamar University, a role she assumed in Fall 2023. She joined Lamar in 2012 as an instructor of social work, progressing through tenure-track positions, Program Director, and eventually department leadership. Her career spans public education and university roles, emphasizing student growth and community engagement.
Education: Dr. Gummelt completed her Ph.D. through Lamar University’s Grow Your Own Program at the University of Houston. Her academic journey is deeply intertwined with Lamar, as her family—including two children and her husband—are also affiliated with the institution.
Research and Teaching: Her focus includes social work education, student development, and community outreach. She highlights Lamar’s role in fostering student passion and lifelong learning, particularly through hands-on experiences in agencies and community projects. Her work bridges academic theory with real-world application, leveraging student involvement in regional initiatives.
Awards: No specific scientific awards mentioned in the text.
Advising & Grants: While no formal grants are detailed, Dr. Gummelt emphasizes mentorship, noting that many former students now lead local agencies. Her advocacy extends to family and student services, informed by her daughter’s involvement in campus organizations.
Labs/Teams: No dedicated labs or research teams explicitly mentioned, though her role involves coordinating departmental initiatives and community partnerships.
