Academic Career and Research Faulkner earned her Ph.D. from Texas A&M University. She joined the faculty at the University of Houston-Downtown, where she has been recognized for her significant contributions to historical scholarship and teaching. Her research interests include:
- U.S. Women's History
- Texas History
- The American West
- The Gilded Age and Progressive Era
Her academic work often explores the lives and experiences of women in historical contexts, particularly in under-represented narratives of the American frontier and social movements.
Key Publications Faulkner has authored and co-authored several works, including:
- We Ought to Have a Look: The Life of a Pioneer Woman Doctor in the American West (Texas A&M University Press, 2000). This biography focuses on the life of a pioneering female physician, offering insights into the challenges and contributions of women in medicine during the development of the American West.
- The Women's Movement: From the Grassroots to the Global Stage (co-authored with Mary E. Young, CQ Press, 2007). This work examines the evolution and impact of the women's rights movement, tracing its development from local activism to its broader international influence.
She has also contributed numerous articles and chapters to various academic journals and edited collections, further cementing her expertise in her fields of study.
Awards and Recognition Among her recognitions, Faulkner has received the President's Distinguished Service Award from the University of Houston-Downtown, acknowledging her exemplary service and dedication to the university community and her profession.