Jenna A. Lamphere

Jenna A. Lamphere is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Liberal Studies at Texas A&M University at Galveston. Her research focuses on environmental sociology, political economy, and socio-environmental justice, particularly in coastal communities. She coordinates the Tourism and Coastal Community Development program, emphasizing equitable and ecologically sound development. Lamphere holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Sociology & Political Economy from the University of Tennessee (2016), alongside an M.A. (2012) and B.A. (2004) in related fields.

Education:

• Ph.D. Environmental Sociology & Political Economy, University of Tennessee, 2016
• M.A. Environmental Sociology, University of Tennessee, 2012
• B.A. Sociology & Psychology, Arkansas Tech University, 2004

Research Interests: Her work examines socio-environmental inequities, sustainability transitions, and the impacts of globalization on communities. She investigates how political-economic structures shape environmental policies and urban development, with a focus on marginalized coastal regions like Galveston. Lamphere advocates for community-driven solutions to climate change and disaster resilience.

Grants & Awards: Lamphere has secured grants totaling over $500,000, including a National Science Foundation REU Site grant ($399,058) and a Texas A&M Presidential Transformational Teaching Grant ($60,000). She also holds certifications in inclusive teaching and sustainability leadership.

Teaching & Service: She teaches courses like Environmental Sociology, Political Sociology, and Social Research. Lamphere actively promotes sustainability initiatives at Texas A&M Galveston, including the Sustainable Campus Initiative and virtual polar tourism projects. She collaborates internationally on offshore oil governance and coastal resilience.