Karen Widdowson

Karen Widdowson serves as Assistant Professor in the College of Education and Counseling at Saint Martin's University's Main Campus in Lacey, Washington, while also holding the position of Program Director for Special Education. Her office is located in Old Main 467, and she actively engages with multiple educational programs within the institution.

Her research and professional focus centers on Special Education, Teacher Education, Inclusive Education, and Educational Leadership. She contributes to diverse academic offerings including Educational Studies, Elementary Education, Master of Education, Master in Teaching, Minors in Education, Post-baccalaureate Teacher Certification, Secondary Education, and Special Education programs, emphasizing practical teacher preparation and inclusive pedagogical approaches.

As Program Director for Special Education, Dr. Widdowson oversees curriculum development and program administration, guiding future educators through certification pathways. Her role involves significant student mentorship within special education frameworks and collaboration across multiple educational programs to prepare teachers for diverse classroom environments.