Camille A. Coffie
Camille A. Coffie, Ph.D., a native of Texas, grew up in Oak Cliff, a neighborhood in southern Dallas. There, she learned to overcome adversity and face numerous challenges. Camille earned a Ph.D. in physics from the University of Central Florida and a bachelor's degree in physics from Spelman College in Atlanta and recently returned there as a full-time lecturer. Her research focuses on fostering inclusive and supportive learning environments in physics for underrepresented groups, including Black women and individuals with disabilities.
Camille A. Coffie, Ph.D., a native of Texas, grew up in Oak Cliff, a neighborhood in southern Dallas. There, she learned to overcome adversity and face numerous challenges. Camille earned a Ph.D. in physics from the University of Central Florida and a bachelor's degree in physics from Spelman College in Atlanta and recently returned there as a full-time lecturer. Her research focuses on fostering inclusive and supportive learning environments in physics for underrepresented groups, including Black women and individuals with disabilities. Camille is actively involved in the AAPT Early Career Task Force, the AAPT DEI Council, APS, and the National Society of Black Physicists.
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