Julie Lane

Dr. Julie Lane is a Lecturer at Fresno Pacific University, specializing in Special Education and Music Education. With over 30 years of experience as a special education teacher, program director, and consultant, she focuses on fostering inclusion, cultural reciprocity, and collaborative educational practices. Her work bridges academic research with community advocacy, emphasizing support networks for children with special needs.

• EdD in Educational Leadership, Administration & Policy from Pepperdine University
• MA in Special Education from Chapman University
• MM in Music Performance (Harp) from University of Redlands
• BM in Music Performance (Harp) from California State University, Fullerton

Her research spans special education programming in Christian, international, and private schools, with a strong emphasis on cultural reciprocity and inclusive educational frameworks. She has authored studies on topics like child find practices, transition services for minority groups, and indigenous educational support systems. Her publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, linking ethics, policy, and practical applications in diverse educational settings.

Dr. Lane has received prestigious accolades including the Spencer Foundation Post-Doctorate Fellowship Semi-Finalist (2017) and the Carol Gray Award (2006). She secured grants such as the University Diversity Research Grant (2021) and the Louisville Institute Pastor Research Grant (2016–2017), focusing on collaborative educational practices and cultural competency.

As a contributing editor for journals like the Journal of Youth Research and the Journal of the Christian Institute on Disability, she actively shapes discourse in her field. Her work also includes presentations at conferences such as the Council for Exceptional Children Conference and the National Indian Education Association Conference.