Jaclynn M. Hawkins

Jaclynn M. Hawkins is an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan with dual appointments in the School of Social Work and the Department of Learning Health Sciences (Medical School). She directs the Curtis Center for Health Services Research and Innovation, co-directs the Pilot & Feasibility Program at the Michigan Center for Diabetes Translational Research, and leads the Recruitment Retention and Community Engagement Core for the Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center.

Education:

• PhD in Social Work & Sociology (University of Michigan, 2015)
• MSW in Health (University of California, Berkeley, 2009)
• BSW in Sociology (University of California, Berkeley, 2007)

Research Focus: Dr. Hawkins specializes in health disparities research using mixed-methods and implementation science. Her work targets chronic disease management (particularly diabetes) in underserved populations, examining how behavioral patterns, cultural norms, and access barriers impact health outcomes. Key interests include developing peer-led interventions for African American/Latino communities and addressing social determinants of health.

Publication Trends: Her recent articles (2022-2024) focus on culturally tailored diabetes interventions, mental health comorbidities, and community-based strategies for minority populations. Methodological strengths include protocol development, feasibility studies, and meta-analyses of behavioral interventions.

Awards & Recognition:

• Member, Institute for Implementation Science Scholars (2022-24 Cohort)

Leadership & Grants: She leads NIH/NIDDK and American Diabetes Association-funded initiatives including the Michigan Men's Diabetes Project. Actively mentors early-career scholars through research training programs and directs multiple health services research cores focused on community engagement and translational science.

Labs & Teams: Directs the Curtis Center research initiatives and collaborates with the Michigan Center for Diabetes Translational Research, specializing in developing peer-support models and adaptive interventions for diabetes management in high-risk populations.