Dr. Jacqueline Vickery
Connecting Research to Practice
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With a Ph.D. in Media Studies from the University of Texas at Austin and 12 years as a tenured professor at the University of North Texas, I combine academic rigor with practical expertise to drive meaningful change. My work centers on media literacy, youth advocacy, digital equity, and program development, with a strong focus on program evaluation and outcomes. I’m skilled at identifying opportunities for collaboration—connecting organizations, schools, and community partners to tap into networked resources and amplify collective impact.
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A few years ago I took a leap of faith and resigned from academia, sold my house and spent nearly two years traveling the world before deciding to settle in Fort Collins, Colorado. That journey broadened my perspective on equity, education, and community-building, and it ultimately inspired me to launch my consulting practice—creating new ways to partner with organizations that are expanding opportunities for young people.
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​When I’m not working, I spend my time in a dark room on a bike going nowhere, fanatically watching college sports (Boomer Sooner!), hiking and cycling beautiful trails, traveling the globe with my favorite people, or juggling far too many books while pretending I know how to cook better than I actually do.
Researcher and Author
I’m the author of 3 books, including Worried About the Wrong Things (MIT Press), and other publications examining youth, gender, equity, and opportunity.
​Trauma-Informed & Culturally Responsive Practice
​Led programs and learning experiences with youth navigating mental illness, LGBTQ+ identity, foster care, and under-resourced systems using trauma-informed, culturally responsive approaches.
Educator and Facilitator
Nearly 20 years of experience teaching, mentoring, and designing curriculum for youth, adults, and educators across schools, nonprofits, and universities.
Community Engagement
Active CASA volunteer in Larimer County and long-time collaborator with youth-serving organizations, bringing a trauma-informed, equity-centered approach to every partnership.
Program Founder and Director
Founded and directed the Youth Media Lab, designing, implementing, and evaluating media education and storytelling initiatives across school and child welfare settings.
Speaker & Facilitator
Delivered keynotes, workshops, and trainings across the U.S. and internationally, translating research into actionable strategies for educators, caregivers, policymakers, and youth advocates.
Working With the Best Clients and Partners
