Jennifer Carhart

Jennifer Carhart is a first-generation Latina student from a mixed-status family and a native Spanish speaker. She is a proud graduate of both the California Community College and California State University (CSU) systems. She obtained an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree in Geography from Santa Ana College and then transferred to California State University, Fullerton, to earn her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Geography. Following this, she completed a Master of Science (M.S.) in Student Development and College Counseling and a Ph.D. in Higher Education at Azusa Pacific University.

Currently, Jennifer Carhart serves as an Assistant Professor in the Master of Science in Counseling program within the Department of Special Education, Rehabilitation, and Counseling at the Watson College of Education.

Her extensive background in counseling and student support services spans various settings, including non-profit organizations, community colleges, and four-year institutions prior to her time at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB). At CSUSB, Dr. Carhart held multiple advising and counseling roles, including serving as a Career Counselor at the Career Center and as the Coordinator (SSPIII) of the Health Professions Advising Center (HPAC). In this capacity, she provided assistance to students applying to prestigious healthcare programs and professional schools. During the pandemic, she held dual roles as the HPAC Coordinator and the Interim University School Certifying Official (SSPIV-Consultant) for the Veteran Success Center. Eventually, she concluded her staff position as the Coordinator (SSPIV) of the University Honors Program.

Dr. Jennifer Carhart is dedicated to enhancing educational pathways for historically excluded groups in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine (STEMM). Through her research, teaching, and service, she strives to create equitable opportunities and eliminate systemic barriers for underrepresented students.

Dr. Carhart studies racially minoritized and underrepresented students who are pursuing careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and medicine (STEMM). Her research investigates the practices and policies of higher education institutions, educators, practitioners, and counselors that create barriers to or facilitate access to terminal degrees in higher-ranking STEMM career pathways for students of color.

Using a Critical Quantitative perspective, she employs advanced quantitative methods, including ANOVA, correlation, multiple and logistic regression, Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), and geographic information systems. Her work aims to use data as a tool for promoting equity and to counter the ways in which data has historically perpetuated systemic oppression. By applying critical quantitative methods, her research seeks to harness numbers to support equity initiatives and challenge their misuse in justifying oppression.

Ph.D., Higher Education, Azusa Pacific University

M.S., College Counseling and Student Development, Azusa Pacific University

B.A., Geography, California State University Fullerton

A.A., Geography, Santa Ana College

Current Role:

• Assistant Professor, Department of Special Education, Rehabilitation & Counseling, College of Education (Fall 2023 Appointment)
  • Counseling Graduate Student Association (CGSA), Faculty Advisor
• Faculty Admissions Coordinator, MS in Counseling Program (AY 24-25)
• Faculty Lead - CSU Health Professions Advisors Network now known as PATH (Professionals Advancing Training and Healthcare Network for Inclusive Development, Education, and Representation)

Previous CSUSB staff roles: 

• University Honors Program Coordinator, ASUA
  • University Honors Club Advisor, ASUA
• Health Professions Advising Center Coordinator/ Pre-health Advisor, ASUA
  • MAPSS Club Advisor
• Interim, School Certifying Official, Veteran Success Center, Division of Student Affairs
• Career Counselor, Liaison to the College of Natural Sciences, Career Center, Division of Student Affairs

Prior to CSUSB: 

• STEM Internships and Advising Coordinator/ Pre-med Advisor, Whittier College
• Nursing Program Assistant, Nursing Department, Citrus College
• Graduate Research Assistant, Graduate & Professional Student Center, Azusa Pacific University
• Instructional Assistant, Social and Natural Sciences, School of Continuing Education, Adult Basic Education, Santa Ana College
• Lead Career Advisor and Lead Externship Coordinator, Closed, for-profit, private institution
• Case Worker, Non-Profit Organization for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
• Recreation Leader, Local City

COUN 6221 - Introduction to Research and Evaluation

COUN 6229 - Socio-Cultural Counseling

​COUN 6232 - Career Counseling

COUN 6233 - Practice Based Placement

COUN 6225 - Systems Consultation

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