Barbara Rackley

Barbara Rackley has a diverse range of work experience. Barbara started their career as a Home Economics Teacher at Caddo High School in 1973 and remained in this role until 1981. Following this, they joined Southeastern Oklahoma State University, where they held multiple positions. From 1981 to 1994, they worked as a Teacher Educator and Department Chair. Then, from 1994 to 2002, they served as the Director of Career & Placement Services. In 2001, Rackley joined REI Oklahoma as the Women's Business Center Program Manager. The end dates for their roles at REI Oklahoma and Southeastern Oklahoma State University are not provided.

Barbara Rackley pursued their education in the field of Home Economics Education and Higher Education Administration. Barbara obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from Oklahoma State University in 1973. Barbara continued their academic journey by completing a Master of Education (MEd) degree in Home Economics Education (Family Consumer Science) from Southeastern Oklahoma State University in 1980. This was followed by earning a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree from Oklahoma State University in 1987, specializing in Home Economics Education and Higher Education Administration.