Biography

Rodney Gabel joined Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences in July 2020 and was the founding director of the Division of Speech and Language Pathology within the School of Rehabilitation Sciences. He held that role until January 2026, and continues as a professor within the division. 

Gabel has 25+ years of experience in academia. Previously, he held positions at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Bowling Green State University and most recently the University of Toledo.

Gabel has been an active researcher during his career, publishing more than 75 articles and presenting more than 100 papers at professional conferences.

An expert in stuttering, Gabel owned the Gabel Center for Stuttering Therapy, LLC, a private practice for people who stutter.

Additionally, he has been an active clinician and member of the stuttering community. He sits on the board of the International Stuttering Association and has served on several professional committees. 

Education

• PhD, communication disorders, The Pennsylvania State University
• MS, speech and language pathology, Bowling Green State University
• BS, communication disorders, Bowling Green State University