Laura M. Gonzalez
Teacher Education and Higher Education (TEHE) Department
Associate Professor
Email: Lmgonza2@uncg.edu
Office: 338 SOE Building
Research Interest
Latino immigrant families, college access, supports and barriers, social cognitive career theory, college student development
Education
- Ph.D. in Counselor Education, North Carolina State University
- M.Ed. in College Counseling, University of Delaware
- B.A. in Women’s Studies, Colgate University
Biography
Dr. Gonzalez is an advocate for educational access for Latino youth from immigrant families in North Carolina. Her work has shifted from describing the supports and barriers encountered by these families to creating and implementing programs and interventions for them. Due to her bilingualism, she is well positioned to hear the concerns of Latino parents and conduct outreach activities in their preferred language. In terms of teaching, Dr. Gonzalez covers student development theories at both the masters and doctoral levels, equity in higher education, life design, and the effects of college on students. She also coordinates the doctoral program in higher education.