jared halter, Ph.D
jared is a Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow in Intergroup Dialogue at Central Michigan University. His research critically examines the ways in which understanding of the American Dream intersects with race, gender, class, and sexual orientation to affect sense-making. He specializes in social justice education and intergroup dialogue, teaching courses in racism and discrimination, women’s and gender studies, sociology, education, and leadership. dr. halter joined Dr. Martin's research team during his doctoral program at Clemson University and it was life-changing for everyone involved. Or so he says.
Stacey Garrett, Ph.D.
Stacey D. Garrett, Ph.D. is an assistant professor of higher education at Appalachian State University. Her research focuses on the diversification of higher education, exploring the experiences of Students, Faculty, and Staff of Color in historically and predominantly White institutions. She joined Dr. Martin's research team at the start of her doctoral program at Clemson University and the group quickly became an integral part of her personal story and professional journey into the academy.
Victoria Sellers, Ph.D.
Victoria at one of Julie’s dinner parties.
Victoria Sellers, Ph.D. (she/her) is a recent graduate of the Engineering and Science Education PhD program at Clemson University. Her dissertation research centered around designing and assessing virtual reality geology field experiences to increase student interest in geoscience. Victoria has worked as a research associate with Julie, performing editorial tasks for the Journal of Women and Minorities in Science and Engineering and conducting narrative analysis using the community cultural wealth framework. Victoria is starting a postdoctoral fellowship in engineering education at the University of Florida soon and her future research aims include improving equity in engineering, exploring the relationship between STEM interest and privilege, and broadening participation in geoscience with students from rural communities.
In her free time, Victoria loves reading science non-fiction and prefers to practice “natural” distancing by checking out local geology with her malamutt, Maple Bacon.
Shannon K. Stefl, Ph.D.
Shannon & Julie at the Engineering AfterNext Camp, Purdue University, 2018
M.S. in Physics and Astronomy, Ph.D. student in Engineering and Science Education
Shannon is a Teaching Consultant with the Clemson University Office of Teaching Effectiveness and Innovation. She specializes in teaching-related professional development of STEM faculty and graduate student instructors. Shannon conducts research on many topics related to STEM higher education, but is most passionate about leveraging qualitative methodologies to explore and support well-being for all within the higher education ecosystem. She credits much of her professional success to the mentoring, support, and growth opportunities created throughout her time in SoCap.
Denise R. Simmons, Ph.D., PE, PMP, LEED-AP
Denise is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Coastal Engineering at the University of Florida. She has over ten years of construction and civil engineering experience working for energy companies and as a project management consultant; nearly 15 years of experience in academia; and extensive experience leading and conducting multi-institutional, workforce-related research and outreach. She is a leader in research investigating professional formation of civil engineers, with a specific focus on project managers and the practical strategies that transform and sustain inclusive and productive organizations.
She oversees the Simmons Research Lab which is supported by multiple National Science Foundation grants including a CAREER award. She enjoys listening to jazz music, traveling, golfing, and kayaking.
Freddy Paige, Ph.D.
Freddy at his PhD defense with SoCap research group members
Freddy Paige, Ph.D. is the Assistant Director of the Virginia Center for Housing Research and an Assistant Professor at Virginia Tech in the Vecellio Construction Engineering and Management Program. Dr. Paige’s main scholarship goal is to create the knowledge needed to develop an informed public that lives in a sustainable built environment. His main areas of work focus on social phenomena related to high-efficiency homes and sustainable communities. Dr. Paige completed his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering at Clemson University, where he also received his MS and BS degrees in Civil Engineering.
Rachel Anderson, Ph.D.
Rachel Anderson with Julie at her PhD hooding ceremony, Clemson University, 2016
Rachel Anderson, Ph.D. is the Associate Director of the Academic Success Center at Clemson University. She also stays connected with the Mechanical Engineering and Engineering and Science Education departments through teaching and mentoring student projects. Rachel enjoys spending time with her family and three dogs.