معرفی
Dr. Abby Foreman serves as Dean for Social Sciences at Dordt University, overseeing Business, Accounting, Economics, Criminal Justice, Kuyper Honors Program, Political Science, Social Work Education, and Psychology programs. She directs the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program and teaches social work courses while supporting faculty development across multiple graduate programs.
- Education: Ph.D. in Political Science and Public Administration (University of South Dakota, 2018), MSW in Human Services Management (University of Michigan, 2004), BSW in Social Work (Dordt University, 2002)
Her research focuses on faith-based organizations' roles in social welfare, emphasizing their historical contributions and evolving relationships with government systems. She explores principled pluralism frameworks, nonprofit advocacy, and relational approaches to social service delivery.
Recent publications analyze faith-based service models, citizenship responsibilities in democratic societies, and trust-building mechanisms in nonprofit-governance interactions. Her work bridges theological ethics with practical policy implementation.
Dr. Foreman actively engages in faculty development initiatives and co-leads New Faculty Seminars. She operates at the intersection of academia, nonprofit leadership, and policy formulation, emphasizing ethical service delivery and community-based solutions.
