Assistant Professor
California State University Sacramento
Sacramento, California
Dr. Gabbie Gonzales is an Assistant Professor at California State University, Sacramento, specializing in the sociology of health, wellness, and body liberation. Her research focuses on critical health studies, particularly examining the intersections of race, gender, and health within marginalized communities. Dr. Gonzales’s work explores how historical frameworks like the BMI and eugenics influence contemporary understandings of health and wellness.
In addition to her research, Dr. Gonzales is dedicated to community-engaged scholarship, collaborating with local organizations to promote holistic wellness and food sovereignty. She has contributed to interdisciplinary projects, including a zine on body liberation, and frequently integrates these themes into her teaching, fostering an inclusive and critical approach to health and social justice.
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Growing Access: Community Gardens, Urban Farms, Parks, and the Path to Food Sovereignty
Friday, March 21, 2025
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM PST