Meet Dr. Rana Abulbasal: Expert in Social Inequality, Gender, Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity

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Expertise in Social Inequality, Gender, Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity

Dr. Rana Abulbasal is a distinguished scholar specializing in Social Inequality, Gender, Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity. With a Ph.D. in Sociology from Utah State University, she possesses a unique blend of academic rigor and real-world experience. Her academic journey is complemented by a Master's in International Management from Portland State University and a Bachelor's in Management Information Systems from Balqa’ Applied University.

PUBLICATIONS

"Exploring the Impact of Women’s Representation on the Professional Careers of Women of Color". Sociological Perspectives
"Sociological Approaches to Women and Leadership Theory". Edward Elgar Publishing. Forthcoming
"Sociological Perspectives on Diversity Management". Edward Elgar Publishing. Forthcoming

HONORS AND AWARDS

Outstanding Student Contribution Award - Utah State University
Graduate Instructor of the Year - Sociology Department, Utah State University
Graduate Researcher of the Year - Sociology Department, Utah State University

FELLOWSHIPS AND GRANTS

Inclusive Excellence Fellowship – School of Graduate Studies, Utah State University
Graduate Fellow - Center for Intersectional Gender Studies, Utah State University
ChaSS Summer grant, College of Humanities and Social Science, Utah State University

Dr. Rana Abulbasal- Subject Matter Expert

Expertise in Social Inequality, Gender, Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity

Drawing from a rich academic foundation and extensive experience at prominent tech giants such as Facebook and Microsoft, Dr. Rana excels as an intersectional analysis expert. Her goal is to seamlessly bridge the worlds of academia and business, creating innovative solutions that transcend traditional boundaries.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Sociology, Minor: Social Inequality- Utah State University, 2023
Master of International Management (MBA)- Portland State University, 2012
Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems- Balqa’ Applied University, 2006

Publications

Dr. Rana's publication in "Sociological Perspectives" delves into the impact of women's representation on the careers of women of color. Her forthcoming works with Edward Elgar Publishing contribute to the fields of women's leadership theory and diversity management in sociology.