Jennifer A. A. Gubbels, Ph.D.
Jennifer A. A. Gubbels, Ph.D.
Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences
Education
Ph.D. in Endocrinology, Reproductive-Physiology, 2009, University of Wisconsin-Madison; B.S. in Biological Research, 2004, Loras College
Biography
Dr. Jennifer Gubbels serves as the inaugural dean of the College of Arts & Sciences at Augustana University, where she has been a faculty member since 2009. A molecular immunologist by training, she teaches physiology, immunology and medical ethics, and co-teaches a study abroad course to Germany and Italy, exploring medieval medicine. Her research spans both bench science — focusing on immunological signaling during labor — and qualitative community-based work on maternal health among American Indian populations. Gubbels is deeply committed to the liberal arts mission — integrating scientific inquiry with ethical and cultural reflection. Her publications range from molecular physiology to science and religion dialogue. She has been recognized with the Augustana Student Association (ASA) Faculty Recognition Award and Vernon & Mildred Niebuhr Faculty Excellence Award.