معرفی
Anthony De Jesús is an Associate Professor of Social Work at the University of Saint Joseph (USJ), where he also oversees the innovative field education program for the MSW program launched in 2014. He holds an Ed.D. and Ed.M. from Harvard University, an MSW from Boston University, and a BSW from Dominican College. His work bridges academic research with clinical practice, emphasizing culturally responsive education and social justice.
Education Background:
- Ed.D., Education Leadership - Harvard University
- Ed.M., Human Development and Psychology - Harvard University
- MSW, Clinical Practice - Boston University
- BSW, Social Work - Dominican College
Research Interests: Professor De Jesús focuses on cultural competence in social work education, Latino career pathways in healthcare and social services, and urban educational reform. His work critically examines structural barriers faced by Latino communities in education and workforce development, with recent emphasis on Puerto Rican migration patterns, child welfare systems, and racial equity training models.
Program Development: At USJ, he pioneered an integrated field education model connecting classroom learning with clinical practice. This approach emphasizes community-driven solutions and has become a model for culturally competent training programs. His research also supports initiatives to increase Latino representation in healthcare professions through innovative career pathway collaborations.
Labs/Teams: Central to his work is the field education program he designed at USJ, which integrates academic rigor with hands-on clinical experience in diverse community settings. This program emphasizes partnership with local Latino-serving organizations to ensure culturally relevant training.
