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• Composition
• Dance History
• Sociology
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Per Roar serves as Professor at the Department of Dance, Oslo National Academy of the Arts, where his work critically intersects dance practice with sociological inquiry, memory studies, and political discourse. His institutional affiliation reflects deep engagement with performative research methodologies across global contexts including Southern Africa, Eastern Europe, and Southeast Asia. His research program centers on Collective Trauma , Memory Work , and Autoethnography , examining how dance improvisation and choreography process societal crises. Key interests span Dance Anthropology, Ethnographic Fieldwork, and the politics of representation, with explicit focus on white privilege, climate emergency, and counter-narrative construction through embodied practices. This interdisciplinary approach bridges Composition, Sociology, and Performance Studies to challenge dominant historical frameworks. Recent publications (2020-2024) demonstrate consistent thematic urgency around trauma and social justice, evolving from climate crisis analyses ( When Monday Came ) toward explicit anti-racist critique ( Anger, ignorance and white privilege ). The 2024 works reveal methodological maturation in Performative Memory Work , utilizing dance anthropology to excavate marginalized histories while maintaining artistic research rigor. He leads significant projects including ART=POLITICS: A choreographic case study and PILOT: PREPARING Performative Time , which investigate remembrance politics through choreographic inquiry. These initiatives reflect sustained commitment to using dance as a tool for political intervention, particularly regarding collective trauma processing and representation ethics.

Lisa StephensonView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Creative Learning
• Drama Pedagogy
• Child Wellbeing
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Lisa Stephenson is a Senior Lecturer at the Carnegie School of Education, Leeds Beckett University, and founder/director of the practice-based Story Makers Company research center. Her work focuses on drama pedagogy, creative learning, and wellbeing through narrative-based approaches. Education: PhD (2022), MA Performance Matters (2016), PGCE Primary Education (1994), BA Psychology/Drama (1993) Her research explores creative dispositions for 21st century skills, with a focus on marginalized communities. Recent projects include: ArtED: Pan-European ERASMUS+ initiative Teacher Development Fund project in Bradford (2020-2022) Creative therapies evaluation across 20 Lambeth schools Publications highlight story weaving , drama-based learning, and curriculum rewilding. She co-founded Story Makers Press for children-authored fiction with teacher guides. Collaborations span artists, schools, and EU partners to advance inclusive education.

• Policy Practice
• Social Work
• Counseling
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Prof. Dr. Miriam Burzlaff is a Professor at the Department of Social Work, Education and Training, Neubrandenburg University of Applied Sciences. Her academic leadership includes roles as Ethics Committee member, doctoral candidate advisor, and founder of the Policy Practice research initiative. She maintains extensive external affiliations including Faculty status at Washington University's Social Policy Institute and scientific advisory positions at VBRG. Her research focuses on: Policy Practice and socio-political dimensions of social work Counseling methodologies within systemic therapy frameworks Empowerment strategies in marginalized communities Anti-racist and anti-discrimination policy frameworks She leads the Policy Practice think tank which hosts the research colloquium 'Policy Practice and Empowerment', facilitating academic discourse on policy engagement. Professional memberships include the German Society for Social Work (where she chairs the Policy Section) and European Social Work Research Association networks. No awards or publications are detailed in available sources.

• Anti-racist Education
• Equity-Focused Practice
• Critical Race Studies
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Jon Farrell (he/him), MSW, ASW, is an Adjunct Professor and Interim Admissions Coordinator in the Department of Social Work at California State University, Dominguez Hills. As an anti-racist educator and equity-focused practitioner, he specializes in analyzing identity, power, and privilege dynamics within social systems. His research examines: Structural inequities in juvenile justice and education systems Critical race theory applications in social work Community-based interventions for marginalized populations Accessibility frameworks in professional education Jon brings 10+ years of multidisciplinary experience spanning: Clinical social work (therapy and life skills instruction) Design and film production Economic risk management in banking His work emphasizes translating complex social concepts into accessible formats for diverse audiences.

• Dissemination and Implementation Science
• Evidence-Based Mental Health Interventions
• Rural Mental Health Services
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Jacqueline Hersh serves as Associate Professor and Director of the Psychology Clinic within the Department of Psychology at Appalachian State University's College of Arts and Sciences. Her work bridges clinical research and community practice, specializing in dissemination and implementation science to improve mental healthcare access for underserved populations, particularly rural communities and racially minoritized youth. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Duke University (2014), a Clinical Psychology Pre-Doctoral Internship at NYU/Bellevue Hospital Center (2013-2014), and a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at Harvard University (2014-2016). She also holds a B.A. in Psychology & Sociology from Brandeis University (2005). Dr. Hersh's research focuses on adapting evidence-based treatments for real-world settings through community-based collaborations. Key areas include developing telehealth and virtual reality interventions for substance use and anxiety disorders, understanding cultural barriers to mental healthcare, and enhancing psychology trainee support systems. Her work consistently addresses the intersection of individual factors (like cultural background) with treatment outcomes in marginalized populations. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on rural mental health implementation, with recurring themes of iterative adaptation, community partnership, and addressing health disparities. Her research spans school-based interventions, clinical training innovations, and stress physiology studies - all unified by a commitment to making evidence-based care accessible beyond academic settings. As Director of the Psychology Clinic, Dr. Hersh oversees clinical training and service delivery while mentoring students through the REACT Lab. Though selective in doctoral admissions (not accepting new students for Fall 2026), she actively involves students in publication-worthy research as evidenced by asterisked co-authorships. Her leadership extends to national initiatives addressing diversity in psychology training clinics. The REACT Lab serves as her primary research hub, focusing on practical solutions for implementing evidence-based treatments in resource-limited settings. Current projects emphasize rural school mental health, telehealth integration, and culturally responsive adaptations of interventions - directly translating research into community impact.

Rhonda Wells-WilbonView profile

Associate Professor

• Macro Practice
• Domestic Violence
• Sexual Assault
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Rhonda Wells-Wilbon serves as Associate Professor in the PhD Program of Morgan State University's School of Social Work, where she has taught for twenty-two years across undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. Previously inaugural chair of the accredited MSW Program, she leads dissertation committees and specializes in program development, with international consulting experience in Ghana and South Africa. Her educational background includes: Bachelor of Social Work from Michigan State University Master of Social Work from Howard University PhD in Social Work from Howard University Dr. Wells-Wilbon's research centers on Macro Practice, Domestic Violence, and African-centered Social Work, emphasizing culturally responsive interventions for urban African American communities. Her work integrates traditional healing practices with clinical social work to address trauma, economic injustice, and systemic oppression while promoting cultural competence and community empowerment. Her 2015 publications examine urban African American experiences through lenses of mental health, youth violence, and family planning, revealing patterns of culturally specific interventions and historical contributions to social work practice. These works consistently advocate for structural change alongside individual therapeutic approaches. Professional recognition includes serving as Consulting Editor for Social Work (NASW's flagship journal) and appointments to the Council on the Role and Status of Women in Social Work Education and Maryland's Judith P. Hoyer Blue Ribbon Commission. Mentorship includes chairing twelve PhD dissertation committees and serving on thirteen others. Her grant leadership secured over $1 million for District of Columbia child care quality initiatives through the Department of Human Resources, focusing on early education equity. Dr. Wells-Wilbon co-founded the Richard Wright Public Charter School for Journalism, serves on The House of Ruth Maryland's advisory board, and maintains a private DC/MD psychotherapy practice specializing in trauma recovery and couples counseling using creative therapeutic modalities.

Matthew A. NuciforoView profile

Associate Professor

• Physical therapy admissions
• Diversity and inclusion in healthcare education
• Social construction of merit
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Matthew A. Nuciforo serves as Chairperson and Program Director for the Department of Physical Therapy and Associate Dean of Admissions and Enrollment in the College of Health Professions at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. He is an Associate Professor with credentials including PT, DPT, PhD, OCS, FAAOMPT, demonstrating his expertise in both clinical practice and academic leadership. His educational background includes: Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Policy and Leadership from Marquette University Doctor of Physical Therapy from University of Indianapolis Master of Physical Therapy from Marquette University Bachelor of Arts in Pre-Physical Therapy and Criminology and Law from Marquette University Dr. Nuciforo is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists. His primary teaching emphasis is in musculoskeletal system/orthopedics and manual therapy, though his research has increasingly focused on admissions processes in physical therapy education. As a recognized leader, he previously chaired the ACAPT Admissions Task Force and currently serves on the ACAPT National Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Commission, which establishes anti-racist policies to increase representation of racial and ethnic minorities. Dr. Nuciforo completed the APTA Fellowship in Higher Education Leadership in 2024 and serves on the Editorial Board for the Journal of Physical Therapy Education. Dr. Nuciforo's research portfolio demonstrates a strong focus on equity and merit in physical therapy education admissions. His work examines how social constructions of merit impact admissions decisions, particularly regarding underrepresented minority applicants. He has conducted extensive research on holistic review processes, Multiple Mini-Interviews, and the role of standardized testing in admissions. His more recent work has expanded to include examinations of transgender student experiences and physical therapy management for pregnant/postpartum individuals, showing an evolving commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion across multiple dimensions. His significant contributions have been recognized through several prestigious awards: APTA Academy of Education Stanford Award (February 2025) Rosalind Franklin Award for Excellence in Service to the University (May 2022) College of Health Professions Outstanding Faculty Colleague Award (September 2020) College of Health Professions Award for Excellence in Service (April 2013) As Chair of the Department of Physical Therapy and Associate Dean of Admissions and Enrollment, Dr. Nuciforo oversees academic functions while shaping institutional admissions policies. His leadership extends nationally through ACAPT, where he influences admissions practices across physical therapy programs. His work with the National Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Commission focuses on establishing anti-racist policies to increase representation of racial and ethnic minorities in the profession. Dr. Nuciforo has mentored numerous students and colleagues, contributing to the development of future physical therapy educators and practitioners.

• Diversity Equity and Inclusion in Healthcare
• Occupational Therapy Education
• Leadership in Health Professions
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Tyra M Banks serves as Assistant Professor of Rehabilitation and Regenerative Medicine (Occupational Therapy) at Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) and holds the administrative role of Director of Student Engagement and Belonging. Her academic credentials include: MS in Occupational Therapy from Columbia University EdD in Leadership and Learning in Organizations from Vanderbilt University Dr. Banks' research centers on advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, accessibility, and belonging (DEIJAB) within occupational therapy practice and medical education. She investigates leadership pathways for Black occupational therapists, develops culturally responsive care models for Hispanic families, and formulates evidence-based retention strategies for underrepresented faculty in academia. Her scholarship bridges clinical practice with systemic institutional change through curriculum development and policy advocacy. Analysis of her 2020-2025 publications reveals consistent focus on operationalizing DEIJAB principles across healthcare settings. She has pioneered curriculum pilots for culturally effective care, established research priorities for equity-focused occupational therapy, and conducted foundational qualitative studies on leadership barriers. Her work demonstrates methodological rigor in qualitative approaches while maintaining practical applicability for clinical educators and administrators. Dr. Banks actively shapes institutional culture through committee leadership including the Admissions Committee (2022-present), Curriculum Committee (2023-present), Faculty Search Committee (2022-present), and Anti-Racist Educator Institute Community of Practice (2022-2024). Her directorship of Student Engagement and Belonging reflects commitment to creating inclusive academic environments that support diverse learners.