Dawn Rowe, PhD
James H. Quillen Chair of Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Professor
- roweda@etsu.edu
- 423-439-7171
- Warf-Pickel Hall Room 418
EDUCATION
- Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Special Education
- M.A.T., Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina, Special Education Area
of Emphasis: Cross Categorical Special Education
- B.S., Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina, Communication Disorders Minor: Psychology
RESEARCH FOCUS
- Compliance with IDEA Part B Indicators 1 (graduation), 2 (dropout), 13 (secondary transition components of the IEP), 14 (post-school outcomes)
- Family involvement in secondary transition
- Transition services and supports for secondary youth with disabilities in rural settings
- Transition assessment
- Evidence-based practices in secondary transition
- Evidence-based predictors of positive post-school outcomes.
HONORS AND AWARDS
- Distinguished Faculty Award in Research, East Tennessee State University, 2023
- Clemmer College Distinguished Facuty Research Award, 2023
- Clemmer College Equity and Inclusion Award, 2021
- Graduate Multidisciplinary Research Fair at University of North Carolina at Charlotte,
2nd Place, 2011
- Pat Sitilington Student Research Award Finalist DCDT, 2009
- Teacher of the Year, West Ashley High School, 2007-2008