UNIONDALE, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 30, 2025 / Marquis Who's Who honors Gary D. Joiner, PhD, for his expertise in history, higher education and preservation. Dr. Joiner has built a career rooted in scholarship and public service, rising to become a respected professor, author and community leader at Louisiana State University in Shreveport.

About Gary D. Joiner

Dr. Joiner is a professor of history at Louisiana State University, where he has taught since 1995. He served as a professor of history and department chair from 2014 to 2024, holding the Mary Anne and Leonard Selber Professorship in History. Over his 32-year career, he has established expertise in U.S. military history and the Civil War while also leading research projects on civil rights and regional history. He teaches courses for freshmen, seniors and graduate students, guiding the next generation of historians while advancing research in multiple fields.

A prolific scholar, Dr. Joiner has written, co-written or edited over 38 books. His most notable current project focuses on creating replicable systems for researching and teaching civil rights history. This work includes web-based tools, driving tours, oral histories, and partnerships with scholars and institutions across the U.S. His goal is to preserve forgotten history while honoring individuals who shaped society. He also aims to provide communities with accurate and accessible resources.

Dr. Joiner has also contributed his expertise as an expert witness in federal and local jurisdictions. His work includes historical analysis, geographic and demographic studies and navigation law. His ability to connect academic research with practical applications has made him a trusted authority in both education and legal contexts.

Dr. Joiner's own academic foundation includes a bachelor's degree in history and geography from Louisiana Tech University, which he earned in 1973. He later obtained a master's degree in history in 1975 and a Doctor of Philosophy in history in 2004, from St. Martin's College, Lancaster University in the United Kingdom. These degrees prepared him for a career that combines teaching and applied historical research.

Notable Work

Throughout his career, Dr. Joiner has gained recognition for his accomplishments. He was named Preservationist of the Year in 2010 by the Louisiana Trust for Historic Preservation and also received the A.M. Pate Junior Award in 2005 and the Albert Castell Award in 2004 for his book "One Damn Blunder from Beginning to End." These honors highlight his dedication to preservation and education.

Beyond his academic career, Dr. Joiner is active in civic and community work. He serves as president of Friends of the Mansfield Battlefield State Historic Site, a board member of the North Louisiana Civil Rights Coalition, and a board member of the Oakland Cemetery Preservation Society in Shreveport. He also leads the Shreveport Historic Preservation Commission and supports environmental efforts through his research.

The Importance of Mentoring

On a personal level, Dr. Joiner values the role of mentorship. He credits his success to the influential guidance of historians, such as Edwin C. Bearss and Dr. Steve Wade Meade. He believes that success is achieved by standing on the shoulders of giants and he has dedicated himself to mentoring his students with the same sense of responsibility.

Looking ahead, Dr. Joiner plans to expand his civil rights research while continuing to mentor the next generation of scholars. His vision includes developing a dedicated research think tank to ensure that history is preserved and made accessible through accurate and multidisciplinary methods.

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