2020-2021 UGA School of Social Work Faculty/Staff Directory

2020 - 2021

FACULTY & STAFF DIRECTORY with Faculty Research Statements

AT-A-GLANCE A UGA School of Social Work • ssw.uga.edu 279 Williams Street, Athens, GA 30602 Main: (706) 542-3364 Toll Free: (877) 535-6590 G UGA Gwinnett Campus • gwinnett.uga.edu 2530 Sever Rd., Lawrenceville, GA 30043 Main: (678) 985-6800 Dean Anna Scheyett

(706) 542-5424 amscheye@uga.edu

Room 145 • Open office hours: M-F, 8:00-9:00 am.

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Administration

Administration

FACULTY DIRECTORY

TENURED AND TENURE TRACK ANNA M. SCHEYETT DEAN AND PROFESSOR LCSW

PhD • Memorial University of Newfoundland, Social Work MSW • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill MS, MPhil • Yale University, Human Genetics BS • Dickinson College, Biology BA • Dickinson College, English

Email: amscheye@uga.edu Office: A Room 145

“My research focuses on adults with severe mental illnesses and their intersection with legal systems in policy and practice. I am also interested in rural stress, particularly among farmers, My commitment is to providing students with an excellent education and deepening their passion for social justice. It doesn’t matter whether you are a clinician or a community organizer—social justice is central to the mission of all social workers.”

SHARI E. MILLER

ASSOCIATE DEAN AND ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR GRADUATE COORDINATOR PhD • University of Maryland, Baltimore, Social Work MSW • Yeshiva University, Social Work BA • State University of New York at Binghamton, Sociology

Email: semiller@uga.edu Office: A Room 150

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“My scholarship is rooted in an interest in culture and context, particularly how culture informs and is informed by the shifting priorities of any given time, and how we nimbly navigate these shifts in social work.

My research focuses on social work education and the profession, including professional socialization, educational innovation, selfcare, development of theory, interdisciplinary and inter-professional education and practice, and reflective education and practice for a sustainable global society.”

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ADRIENNE BALDWIN-WHITE ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

PhD • Arizona State University, Social Work MSW • University of Alabama BA • Birmingham Southern College, English

Email: adrienne.baldwinwhite@ uga.edu Office: A Room 129

“My research focuses on sexual assault prevention on college campuses. I examine the norms that contribute to genderbased violence and how college students communicate about sex, give consent and ensure consent has been given. I will be developing an intervention that helps college students establish and maintain fully consensual healthy sexual relationships and confront bias that contributes to problematic beliefs about sexual assault.”

JENAY M. BEER

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK AND COLLEGE OF PUBLIC HEALTH PhD • Georgia Institute of Technology, Engineering Psychology MS • Georgia Institute of Technology, Engineering Psychology BA • University of Dayton, Psychology

Email: jenay.beer@uga.edu Office: A Room 148

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“I study aging, aging with disability, technology acceptance, telepresence, and human-robot interaction. I examine how older adults function effectively to age-inplace, and how technology may play a role in successful aging. I apply this knowledge to the design, evaluation, and implementation of assistive technology and robots in home and healthcare contexts.”

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Tenured & Tenure Track Faculty

JAVIER F. BOYAS

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DIRECTOR, MSW PROGRAM PhD • Boston College, Social Work MSW • University of Michigan BA • Western Illinois University, Spanish and Sociology

Email: jfboyas@uga.edu Office: A Room 123

“My research contributes to effective intervention and prevention programs that will lessen and ultimately eradicate health disparities among the Latinx population.

Much of my work aims at reducing the broader disparity gaps that burden people in the Latinx community. These are people who experience overlapping vulnerabilities as people of color who are undocumented and often exposed to an elevated risk for disease and injury related to their occupations.”

HAROLD E. BRIGGS

PAULINE M. BERGER PROFESSOR IN FAMILY AND CHILD WELFARE PhD • University of Chicago, Social Development/Social Treatment MSW • University of Chicago, Social Treatment BA • Morehouse College, Sociology

Email: briggs@uga.edu Offices: G Room 210 A Room 249B

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“I seek to further study: (a) the social cultural and ecological determinants of behavioral health disorders, poor adjustment and risky sexual health issues among emerging adult African Americans; (b) race, smaller and larger system determinants of unequal child welfare service outcomes among youth of color and sexual minorities; and (c) the extent to which the well-being of sexual minorities, race and African Americans are a focus in social work.”

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ROSALYN DENISE CAMPBELL ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR LMSW

PhD • University of Michigan, Social Work and Sociology MSW • University of Michigan BA • University of Texas at Austin, Sociology, Ethnic Studies

Email: rdcampb@uga.edu Office: A Room 346

“My research focuses on the mental health, illness, and wellness of individuals from marginalized and/or underserved groups, particularly Black/African Americans. My goal is to push the field forward by recognizing and exploring the heterogeneity of Black/African American health experiences.

By examining these nuances, I hope to inform and design more culturally appropriate/ responsive interventions aimed at improving mental health and wellness as well as preventing mental (di)stress and illness.”

MARY A. CAPLAN ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

PhD • University of California, Berkeley, Social Welfare MSW • University of California, Berkeley BA • University of Oregon, Sociology

Email: caplan@uga.edu Office: A Room 344

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“My research focuses on the relationship between poverty, personal debt, the welfare state and capitalism. Specifically, I want to understand how low-income people utilize informal, fringe and predatory financial services to make ends meet within the context of changes in social policy and the political economy.”

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Tenured & Tenure Track Faculty

Y. JOON CHOI

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DIRECTOR, PHD PROGRAM PhD • Virginia Commonwealth University, Social Work MSW • University of Michigan MA • City University of New York – City College, International Relations BA • Ewha Womans University, Social Work

Email: choiyj@uga.edu Office: A Room 121

“My research focuses on intimate partner violence (IPV), substance abuse, HIV, and cancer among women. I am interested in developing and testing interventions to address these problems. My current National Institute of Justice-funded research focuses on developing and testing a virtual case simulation training for Korean American religious leaders. This research addresses the critical need to prevent IPV and enhance access to services and resources for immigrant victims of IPV.”

LLEWELLYN J. CORNELIUS

DONALD L. HOLLOWELL DISTINGUISHED PROFESSOR OF SOCIAL JUSTICE AND CIVIL RIGHTS STUDIES DIRECTOR, CENTER FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE, HUMAN AND CIVIL RIGHTS DIRECTOR, CARIBBEAN STUDIES ABROAD PROGRAM PhD • University of Chicago, Social Service Administration MA • University of Chicago, Social Service Administration MA • University of Chicago, Social Science BA • Syracuse University, Psychology/Sociology Email: lcornel@uga.edu Office: A Room 146

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“My research focuses on empirically documenting barriers of access to health care, mental health services, social services, educational opportunities and employment opportunities for underserved populations.

It also focuses on engaging communities as copartners in the design and implementation of interventions that improve the overall health and well-being of disadvantaged populations locally, nationally and globally.”

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ALLISON DUNNIGAN ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

PhD • Washington University in St. Louis, Social Work MSW • Washington University in St. Louis BA • DePauw University

Email: allison.dunnigan@uga.edu Office: A Room 353

“My research focuses on the impact of macroand mezzo- level child welfare structural factors of youth and family outcomes. This research seeks to explore opportunity points for policy and practice interventions that facilitate permanency, decrease placement disruption, and improve service delivery within the child welfare system.”

JENNIFER ELKINS ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR MSW/JD COORDINATOR

PhD • Columbia University, Social Work MSW • University of Wisconsin BA • University of Wisconsin, Psychology/Social Work

Email: jelkins@uga.edu Office: A Room 348

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“My clinical social work practice, research and teaching expertise centers broadly around complex interpersonal, intergenerational and historical trauma.

My current research focuses on culturally responsive, trauma-informed, multisystemic, and trans-disciplinary approaches to addressing trauma, violence and abuse. I currently serve as PI/Co-PI on several local projects promoting individual, family, school, and community well-being in traumaexposed populations.”

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Tenured & Tenure Track Faculty

RACHEL A. FUSCO

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR UGA ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION PROFESSOR IN HEALTH AND WELL-BEING PhD • University of Pennsylvania, Social Welfare MSSW • University of Texas at Austin BA • University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Psychology

Email: rachel.fusco@uga.edu Office: A Room 153A

“My research focuses on the mental health and well-being of young children and their mothers, especially in families experiencing child maltreatment, intimate partner violence, and substance use disorders. My current projects include a study of sleep and its role in mediating behavioral health in foster care alumni, and a supportive intervention for pregnant women with opioid use disorders to evaluate its effect on improving maternal and infant outcomes.”

JEREMY J. GIBBS ASSISTANT PROFESSOR LCSW

PhD • University of Southern California, Social Work MSW • University of Maryland, Baltimore BS • University of Maryland, College Park, Psychology

Email: jeremy.gibbs@uga.edu Office: A Room 354

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“My research focuses on the relationship between psychosocial stressors, mental health and substance use for sexual minority (e.g., gay, lesbian, bisexual) young adults.

Using innovative, technology-driven methods (e.g., spatial analysis, geosocial networking app probability sampling), I explore the factors that contribute to health disparities for the purpose of intervention development.”

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JUNE GARY HOPPS

THOMAS M. “JIM” PARHAM PROFESSOR OF FAMILY AND CHILDREN STUDIES PhD • Brandeis University, Social Policy MSW • Atlanta University BA • Spelman College, Political Science/History

Email: hoppsbjg@aol.com Office: A Room 341

“I have developed a scholarly and research agenda that centers on clinical practice effectiveness and group work with clients and families overwhelmed by personal and environmental stressors; identification of success factors for long-term married, civically engaged, and high-achieving AfroAmerican couples; program evaluation and effectiveness; human rights, civil rights and social justice; contributions of Historically Black Colleges and Universities to the profession.”

KRISTINA JASKYTE BAHR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

PhD • University of Alabama, Social Work MSW • Vytautas Magnus University BS • Vytautas Magnus University, Sociology

Email: kjaskyte@uga.edu Office: A Room 352

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“Design thinking method is becoming increasingly popular in the nonprofit space, but do we know how effective this method is? My research focuses on exploring the effectiveness of this method at the individual, team, and organizational levels. My secondary research focus is on B-Corporations as an increasingly popular organizational form. What is the motivation behind getting certified as a B-Corporation?

What are the benefits of becoming a B-Corporation? are among the questions I am exploring.”

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Tenured & Tenure Track Faculty

TONY B. LOWE

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR PhD • University of Pittsburgh, Social Work MSW • Grambling State University BA • Grambling State University, Social Work

Email: tblowe@uga.edu Offices: G Room 212 A Room 395B

“The profession is challenged by persistent internal and external difficulty that forever requires us to be leading advocates against old and new social problems. My research interests include mental health service and social policy issues, African American service concerns, barriers to service, and collaborative models for international education.”

REBECCA A. MATTHEW ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

PhD • University of California, Berkeley, Social Welfare MSW • University of California, Berkeley, Social Welfare MPH • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Public Health BA • University of South Florida, Psychology

Email: ramatthew@uga.edu Office: A Room 350

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“My research and teaching strive to enliven conversations and (re)imagine possibilities for greater community health and wellbeing. By making use of community-based participatory research methods, I explore and evaluate culturally-responsive models of human service delivery to enhance not only service access and quality but also dignified labor conditions and grassroots leadership development.”

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JANE MCPHERSON

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR DIRECTOR, GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT PhD • Florida State University, Social Work MSW • Columbia University MPH • Columbia University BA • Brown University, Semiotics

Email: jmcpherson@uga.edu Office: A Room 345

“My scholarship sees social work through a human rights lens, and I apply human rights principles to my research, teaching, and service. Locally and globally, my research promotes anti-discriminatory, participatory, transparent and rights-based methods in social work practice.”

ORION P. MOWBRAY ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH

PhD • University of Michigan, Social Work and Social Psychology MSW • University of Michigan MS • University of Michigan, Psychology MA • Eastern Michigan University, Sociology BA • University of Michigan, Psychology

Email: omowbray@uga.edu Office: A Room 343

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“My research examines mental health and substance use service utilization and delivery. My specific areas of research include utilization and delivery in different contexts including among individuals in the criminal justice system, child welfare involved families, and older adults with physical health problems.”

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Tenured & Tenure Track Faculty

LARRY NACKERUD PROFESSOR

PhD • Cornell University, Policy Analysis MSW • Tulane University BA • Luther College, Sociology

Email: nackerud@uga.edu Office: A Room 355

“I teach social welfare, policy analysis, and research methods courses in the School of Social Work at the University of Georgia.

My main area of teaching and research interest is the design and implementation of U.S. immigration and refugee policy. I am particularly focused on the intersection between the formulation of public policies at all levels of government, federal, state, and local, and the applied practice of social work.”

DAVID OKECH

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR PhD • University of Kansas, Social Work MSW • University of New Hampshire BA • University of Nairobi, Social Work

Email: dokech@uga.edu Office: A Room 119

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“My current interdisciplinary and international research aims to create evidence-informed policies and programs for survivors of human trafficking in several West African countries.

As a director and member of the African Programming and Research Initiative to End Slavery (APRIES), we are analyzing data from survivors, key informants, as well as three waves of survey with female survivors of trafficking who received post-trafficking intervention. We are designing a sound methodology to collect baseline prevalence data that can guide program implementation.”

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MICHAEL A. ROBINSON

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR MSW ADMISSIONS COORDINATOR DIRECTOR, NORTHERN IRELAND STUDIES ABROAD PROGRAM GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPY SSW COORDINATOR PhD • University of Louisville, Social Work MSW • University of Louisville BS • De Paul University, Commerce Email: marobi01@uga.edu Office: A Room 349

“My research interests are situated in the intersections of issues that affect the health and well-being of African Americans and other marginalized groups and the roles of communities and stakeholders in helping to negotiate these issues. My research also examines mental health and substance use service utilization and delivery.”

TIFFANY R. WASHINGTON

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DIRECTOR, GHANA STUDIES ABROAD PROGRAM PhD • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Social Work MSW • North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University/UNC at Greensboro BA • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Communication Studies

Email: twashing@uga.edu Office: A Room 351

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“My research interests include aging, health/ minority health, and caregiving. Of note, I designed and pilot-tested a caregiver respite program, Houseguest, in partnership with the Athens Community Council on Aging. My current project, Building Evidence for Respite, is funded by the Health Foundation for Western & Central New York.”

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Emeriti Faculty

FACULTY EMERITI

MAURICE C. DANIELS DEAN EMERITUS PROFESSOR EMERITUS

EdD • Indiana University, Higher Education Administration MSW • Indiana University BA • Indiana University, Psychology Email: daniels@uga.edu

KATHERYN B. DAVIS

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR EMERITA PhD • California State University, Sacramento MSW • University of Georgia BA • Livingstone College

ALBERTA J. ELLETT PROFESSOR EMERITA

PhD • Louisiana State University MSW • University of Georgia BS • University of Alabama, Microbiology

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Emeriti Faculty

THOMAS P. HOLLAND PROFESSOR EMERITUS

PhD • Brandeis University MSW • Florida State University BA • Wheaton College

PATRICIA M. REEVES PROFESSOR EMERITA

PhD Adult Education • University of Georgia MSW • University of Alabama BA • Auburn University, Family and Children’s Services Email: reevesp@uga.edu

EDWIN A. RISLER PROFESSOR EMERITUS

PhD • University of Georgia MSW • University of Georgia BSW • University of Georgia Email: erisler@uga.edu

BETSY VONK

PROFESSOR EMERITA PhD • University of Georgia MSW • Florida State University BA • Mercer University

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Clinical Faculty

ANTHONY J. MALLON

CLINICAL ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DIRECTOR, INSTITUTE FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS, MA NML PROGRAM, AND CERTIFICATE IN NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP PROGRAM PhD • University of Michigan, Political Science and Social Work MSW • City University of New York BS • University of Connecticut, Biology Email: ajmallon@uga.edu Office: A Room 125

“I help to design, implement and evaluate community-based interventions related to unemployment, job training and financial asset-building, as well as advocate for the development of public policies aimed at alleviating poverty. I also work with colleagues here at UGA and in the community help build the capacity of nonprofit organizations locally, nationally and globally to fulfill their missions.”

KATE MORRISSEY STAHL CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR LCSW

PhD • University of Georgia, Human Development & Family Science MSW • University of Georgia MA • Pennsylvania State University, Communications and Art Sciences BA • Ripon College, Communications and English

Email: kstahl@uga.edu Office: A Room 356

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“My research includes considering antioppressive pedagogies as well as the intersection of aging and sexual expression.

I have a practice in Athens working as a licensed clinical social worker and AASECT certified sex therapist with extra training in work with couples and families, especially the LGBTQ community. I am a certified yoga instructor and am experienced with a range of behavioral and mindfulness-based clinical approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).”

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Clinical Faculty

REBECCA L. WELLS

CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR MSW/MPH DUAL DEGREE PROGRAM COORDINATOR PhD • Georgia State University, Public Health MSW • University of South Carolina MPH • University of South Carolina BA • Mercer University, Sociology

Email: rebecca.wells1@uga.edu Office: A Room 249B

“I am interested in advancing inclusion, accessibility, and equity for people with disabilities. My research focuses on patientand family-centered approaches for both children and adults with disabilities. The courses I teach and the trainings I conduct reflect my belief that the these principles are essential in reducing and eliminating health disparities experienced by people with disabilities and other underserved populations.”

Non-Tenure Track Faculty

LYDIA ALETRARIS

ASSOCIATE RESEARCH PROFESSOR PhD • University of Georgia, Sociology MA • University of Georgia, Sociology BS • Illinois Institute of Technology, Psychology

Email: lydia@uga.edu Office: A Room 204

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“My research focuses on how state and federal policy affects the utilization and delivery of substance use treatment. My current National Institutes of Health-funded research focuses on the impact of cannabis legalization on treatment admissions for cannabis, opioids, and other substances.

Additionally, as Coordinator of the African Programming and Research Initiative to End Slavery (APRIES), I am interested in identifying the most effective methodologies for examining hard-to-reach populations.”

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Non-Tenure Track Faculty

LEMUEL LAROCHE INSTRUCTOR

MSW • University of Georgia BSW • University of Georgia

Email: llaroche@uga.edu Office: A Room 201

“My work stands at the intersection of youth development and community empowerment.

My purpose is to reconnect historically marginalized people and communities to their collective power so that they are successful in controlling their own destiny.

This purpose has propelled me to construct an effective functioning youth engagement and development model, which I aspire to duplicate around the world.”

SARA E. SKINNER INSTRUCTOR LMSW

PhD • University of Georgia MSW • University of South Carolina BS • United States Military Academy at West Point, Sociology

Email: skinners@uga.edu Office: A Room 148

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“My research focuses on military social work practice with service members, veterans, and families as well as the collaboration between civilian and military social service agencies. I am interested in exploring barriers to service and collaborative models for how agencies and professionals can bridge the civilmilitary gap in order to meet the needs of this population.”

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Academic Professionals

THOMAS A. ARTELT

SENIOR ACADEMIC PROFESSIONAL BSW FIELD COORDINATOR MSW/MDIV DUAL DEGREE PROGRAM COORDINATOR PhD • University of Georgia, Social Work MSW • University of Georgia MDiv • Christ Seminary (Seminex) AB • University of Georgia, Political Science

Email: tartelt@uga.edu Office: A Room 105

“As the coordinator of BSW Field Education, I teach courses that integrate social work theory and methods to help students develop the necessary skills to be a competent generalist social worker. Twenty years of clinical practice in the areas of physical rehabilitation, emergency medicine, geriatrics, and disaster management inform and inspire my teaching, research, and interactions with students.”

LEON BANKS

SENIOR ACADEMIC PROFESSIONAL DIRECTOR, BSW PROGRAM LCSW PhD • University of Georgia, Social Work MSW • Savannah State University BS • Howard University, Psychology

Email: banks03@uga.edu Office: A Room 246

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“In addition to directing the BSW program, I teach, assist with practica placements, provide liaison services to students in field practicums and conduct information sessions on licensure. My areas of interest include online education in social work and the role of social work in athletics.”

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Academic Professionals

VIVIAN D. BURRELL

ACADEMIC PROFESSIONAL MSW FIELD COORDINATOR, GWINNETT CAMPUS LCSW MSW • Wayne State University BSW • Troy State University

Email: vivian.burrell@uga.edu Offices: G Room 234 A Room 113

“My professional practice experience includes serving as a school social worker, practiced over 10 years as a private practitioner, and served in the capacity of clinical coordinator and forensic interviewer.

In my position as an MSW field coordinator at the School of Social Work, I am committed to developing new and innovative field sites and arrange field placements for students at the Gwinnett campus.”

YOSHA P. DOTSON

ACADEMIC PROFESSIONAL GRADUATE RECRUITMENT COORDINATOR MSW • University of Georgia BA • University of North Caroline at Chapel Hill, Communications

Email: y.dotson15@uga.edu Office: A Room 217

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“I am invested in advocacy and how research can highlight awareness around issues that impact communities of color to influence policy. Using a policy lens, my work centers on mental health, ACES, Black maternal health, school climate and criminal legal system reform. My commitment is the education and empowerment of people that will spark engagement and result in the implementation of better policy at the state and local level.”

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SHANNEN MALUTINOK ACADEMIC PROFESSIONAL FIELD EDUCATION COORDINATOR LCSW

MSW/MPH • Tulane University BS • University of Georgia, Family and Consumer Sciences

Email: smaluti@uga.edu Offices: A Room 113

“As a field coordinator, I secure field placements for generalist and dual-degree students. I actively engage with agencies within the region to establish new placement sites for students. As a LCSW, I provide clinical supervision for MSW students during their field placement. I maintain a therapy practice in Athens, with my focus on perinatal transitions, relationships, anxiety, and depression.”

ZOE M. JOHNSON

SENIOR ACADEMIC PROFESSIONAL DIRECTOR, FIELD EDUCATION LCSW PhD • University of Georgia, Counseling and Student Personnel Service MSW • University of Georgia BS • University of Georgia, Psychology BA • University of Georgia, Sociology

Email: zoe@uga.edu Office: A Room 109

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“I ensure field education programs are in compliance with the standards of the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). In addition, my office oversees the placement of over 450 students, provides training and support to field instructors, and facilitates program evaluation. My areas of specialty include student affairs, clinical practice, social justice education, and the experiences of marginalized students in college.”

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Academic Professionals

DEVON SANGER

ACADEMIC PROFESSIONAL MSW FIELD COORDINATOR, ATHENS CAMPUS LCSW MSW • University of Georgia BA • Ithaca College, Sociology

Email: dsanger@uga.edu Office: A Room 111

“I serve as a field coordinator to help secure practicum placements and pursue additional field locations. My social work interests include sexual assault, child sexual abuse, intimate partner violence, LGBTQ activism, and mental health. My practice experience includes serving as an advocate and counselor for survivors of sexual assault and childhood sexual abuse.”

CONSTANCE WOODEN-SMITH ACADEMIC PROFESSIONAL MSW EXTENDED-TIME COORDINATOR, GWINNETT CAMPUS LCSW

MSW • Clark Atlanta University BS • Georgia State University, Criminal Justice

Email: constance.woodensmith@ uga.edu Office: G Room 214

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“I have a strong interest in the development and growth of social workers and particularly those who choose administration and leadership in child welfare. I am interested in all areas of social work education that support and develop practice skills in our changing workforce.”

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Part-Time Faculty

LISA ANGER

PART-TIME INSTRUCTOR LCSW MSW • State University of New York , Stony Brook, Specialization in Drug and Alcohol Treatment BA • Queens College, City University of New York, Psychology

Email: langer@uga.edu Office: A Room 207

“I practice holistic, trauma-informed psychotherapy, using a variety of theoretical approaches, including psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral. I work with individuals, groups, families and couples of all ages, experiencing mental health and behavioral issues, as well as situational, family and transitional life concerns. Additionally I supervise toward licensure and have a specialization in treatment with substance users.”

DAVID M. KELLEY PART-TIME INSTRUCTOR

MSW • Florida State University BSW • Florida State University

Email: dmkelley1@uga.edu Office: A Room 395B

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“I am committed to building a new generation of child welfare practitioners that are professionally trained, trauma informed and have professional leadership skills that can guide Georgia child welfare programs for the next forty years.”

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Part-Time Faculty

AMY R. SHIPP

PART-TIME INSTRUCTOR LCSW MSSW • University Texas at Austin BA • Auburn University, Psychology

Email: amyshipp@uga.edu Office: A Room 207

“My social work interests include child welfare and child trauma, specifically the issue of domestic minor sex trafficking. I am a licensed clinical social worker and currently work as a family advocate for survivors of DMST and their non-offending caregivers. My practice experience also includes work as a medical social worker.

I use the classroom to merge clinical experience and case examples with course material in an interactive way that promotes lifelong learning.”

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Part-Time Faculty

2020-2021 OTHER PART-TIME FACULTY EMAIL ADDRESSES

Jennifer Benford • jbhadden@uga.edu Cheran Bodry-Stone • cbodry@uga.edu Jamie Bray • jmbray@uga.edu Shena Brown • shena.brown25@uga.edu Em Clarke • emc1218@uga.edu Tristin Chipman • tjc97149@uga.edu Kimberly Decelle • kimberly.decelle25@uga.edu Jackie Ellis • jie10@uga.edu John W. Gilford • drgilford@gmail.com Jody Iodice • jiodice@uga.edu Teddy Kemp • tk226033@uga.edu Sunwoo Lee • sunwoo.lee25@uga.edu Gloria Leslie • gloria.leslie@uga.edu David Meyers • dmeyers@fanning.uga.edu Evan Mills • em95657@uga.edu Joan Prittie • jprittie@uga.edu Lee Phillips • lphil@uga.edu Sherian Sharomi • sherian@atlantafamilyhospice.com Sally Sheppard • sshepp@uga.edu Mininder (Mimi) Sodhi • msodhi@uga.edu Robert Sleppy • rsleppy@uga.edu Susan Strickland • smstrick@uga.edu Trasie Topple • tatopple@uga.edu Kerry Tracey • ktracey@uga.edu Megan Westbrook • mwestbro@uga.edu

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2020-2021 Faculty & Staff Directory

A - Athens Campus | G - Gwinnett Campus

Staff

STAFF DIRECTORY (Athens) JENNIFER ABBOTT Director of Alumni Relations, Cont. Education & Special Programs jabbott@uga.edu Room 152 MANDI ALBANESE Assistant to the Dean

ginakurtz@uga.edu

laurie@uga.edu

Room 155A

Room 154

ELLEN PAULOSKI BSW Advising

CHRISTINA AUTRY Accountant

pauloski@uga.edu

clautry@uga.edu

Room 107

Room 155

TERESA PAYNE Director of Info Tech Services (ITS)

YUE LI ITS Applications Analyst

tpayne@uga.edu

yueli@uga.edu

Room 219

Room 203

KAT FARLOWE MA NML & PhD Programs Support, Graphic Design & Promotional Items

kfarlowe@uga.edu

CINDY ROBERTS (part-time) Administrative Support, Title IV-E

croberts@uga.edu Room 395

ROBERT RYSIEW Computer Specialist

Room 133

rrysiew@uga.edu

WANDA JACKSON-SMITH Grants Specialist

Room 205

wanda.jacksonsmith@uga.edu Room 249A

ANGELA LAWSON Administrative Research Support

klewis42@uga.edu

MARGELI MENDEZ Field Education Admin Support

GINA KURTZ Interim Finance Director

LAURIE ANDERSON Public Relations Coordinator

KERRI LEWIS Administrative Support & HR

Room 244

Room 113

Room 151

Room 249B

emattox@uga.edu

margeli.mendez@uga.edu

mandih@uga.edu

angela.lawson@uga.edu

EMMA MATTOX MSW Admissions Support

JENAE BROWN BRYAN MSW Program Support & Advising

jenae.brownbryan@uga.edu Room 127

TRELLE TURNER BSW Program Support & Advising

trelle@uga.edu Room 127

1st Floor Front Desk

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University of Georgia School of Social Work · ssw.uga.edu

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BSW • MSW • Online MSW • MSW/JD • MSW/MPH MSW/MDiv • PhD • MA & Online Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management & Leadership The Institute for Nonprofit Organizations The Center for Social Justice, Human and Civil Rights

Hairy Dawg and staff member Kat Farlowe. Photo: School of Social Work

ssw.uga.edu