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Hailey Love is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Psychology and Special Education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Education. She holds a PhD in Special Education (University of Kansas, 2018), an MA in Child Development (Tufts University, 2012), and a BS in Human Development (Cornell University, 2010). Her research focuses on advancing justice-driven inclusive education for young children with disabilities, particularly marginalized groups, through culturally-sustaining practices, teacher preparation, family-professional partnerships, and mixed methods inquiry. She also explores Disability Critical Race Theory (DisCrit) to address systemic inequities in early childhood education.
Education Background:
- PhD in Special Education, University of Kansas (2018)
- MA in Child Development, Tufts University (2012)
- BS in Human Development, Cornell University (2010)
Research Interests:
Dr. Love’s work emphasizes inclusive pedagogies that center wholeness, agency, and brilliance in marginalized communities. She critiques deficit positioning in parent involvement frameworks, advocating for equitable family-professional collaborations. Her mixed methods research bridges quantitative and qualitative approaches to improve educational methodologies and policies, particularly in early intervention and special education contexts.
Scientific Contributions:
Her articles highlight trends in mixed methods research for special education, inclusive practices, and the application of DisCrit theory to address exclusionary policies. Recent work includes evaluations of full-day pre-kindergarten programs and systematic reviews of research participation ethics for individuals with disabilities.
- Scientific Awards:
- CRECE Fellow (2020)
- Judy Tate Outstanding Doctoral Student Award (2018)
- Doctoral Student Scholar (2017–2018)
- Leadership Preparation Fellowship (2014–2018)
- DEC Diversity Council Recommended Session (2016)
- LEND Fellowship (2011–2012)
Advising & Grants:
While no formal advisees are listed, Dr. Love collaborates on grants examining early childhood teacher education and inclusion policies. Her work often involves interdisciplinary teams addressing systemic barriers in education.
Labs/Teams:
Affiliated with the Center for Research on Early Childhood Education (CRECE) at UW-Madison, she contributes to projects promoting equitable early learning environments and inclusive practices.
