Jacqueline Gee
About Jacqueline Gee
Jacqueline Gee serves as a Center Supervisor at Purple Communications, Inc. and as a faculty member at Kent State University, where she advocates for accessibility and inclusion across various dimensions.
Work at Kent State University
Jacqueline Gee has been a faculty member at Kent State University since 2016, focusing on American Sign Language, Deaf Culture, and Community. She also serves as an Adjunct Interpreter at the university since 2009. Her role involves educating students and promoting awareness of Deaf culture within the academic environment. Additionally, she worked as a University Accessibility Liaison from 2013 to 2015, where she contributed to enhancing accessibility services for students.
Work at Purple Communications, Inc.
Jacqueline Gee has held the position of Center Supervisor at Purple Communications, Inc. since 2019. In this role, she oversees operations and ensures effective communication services are provided. Her experience in video relay interpreting, gained from her previous position at Sorenson Communications, supports her leadership in this capacity.
Education and Expertise
Jacqueline Gee earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Kent State University, studying from 2013 to 2015. She furthered her education at the same institution, achieving a Master's degree in Education in 2016 and a Doctor of Philosophy in Education from 2018 to 2023. Additionally, she studied Applied Science and Engineering at Casper College and pursued studies in Ministry and Medicine at the Institute of Theology and Cleveland Institute of Medical Massage.
Background and Advocacy
Jacqueline Gee has a strong commitment to advocating for breaking down audistic barriers and promoting inclusion across various dimensions. Her advocacy work emphasizes the importance of accessibility and innovative approaches to progress. She encourages a shift away from past norms to foster an inclusive environment in both professional and personal contexts.
Previous Experience in Video Relay Interpreting
Before her current roles, Jacqueline Gee worked as a Video Relay Interpreter at Sorenson Communications from 2008 to 2019. This position allowed her to develop significant expertise in interpreting services for the Deaf and hard of hearing community, contributing to her overall professional development in communication accessibility.