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Jacqulyn Gabriel serves as an Assistant Professor of Sociology within the Behavioral & Social Sciences Department at Western Colorado University. Her academic home is specifically anchored in the Sociology discipline, where she contributes to both undergraduate and graduate education in a liberal arts mountain community setting.
Education Background:
- PhD in Sociology & Certificate of International Political Economy, Colorado State University (2016)
- MA in Sociology, University of Nebraska at Omaha (2004)
- BA in Sociology, University of Iowa (1997)
Her research centers on social inequality and working-class communities, with particular expertise in rural sociology and international political economy. Gabriel's work examines how economic structures impact community dynamics, drawing from her background growing up in rural Iowa and her academic focus on class-based social phenomena. Her methodological approach integrates qualitative analysis with community engagement, as evidenced by her nationally recognized research.
Key Scientific Recognition:
- 2017 Constance Coiner Award for Best Dissertation (Working Class Studies Association)
- 2016 Young Scholars and Activists Initiative Award (Working Class Studies Association)
- 2014 New Generation Award (United Association of Labor Educators)
Gabriel's research gained national prominence through feature on National Public Radio's 'This American Life: Our Town' (Broadcast No. 632), demonstrating real-world impact of her scholarly work. She actively engages with the Gunnison Valley community, leveraging both the local environment and mountain setting as integral components of her academic and personal life. Her career reflects a commitment to teaching at the liberal arts level while maintaining rigorous scholarly contributions to sociological discourse.
