Annette Swanson

Annette Swanson is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Educational Psychology at Ball State University's Teachers College since 2011. She specializes in human growth and development across the lifespan, with particular expertise in child psychology and adolescent development. Her teaching incorporates high-impact educational practices, and she serves as a passionate advocate for student philanthropy initiatives within the university community.

• Academic Roles: Senior Lecturer (2025–present), Associate Lecturer (2019–2025), Lecturer (2011–2019)
• Previous Career: Elementary Teacher (2005–2011) at Anderson and Elwood Community School Corporations

Educational Background:

• M.Ed. in Educational Psychology, Anderson University (2008)
• B.A. in Psychology, Anderson University (2005)
• B.S. in Education, Purdue University (1996)

Her work emphasizes holistic understanding of developmental psychology through innovative pedagogy and community engagement.