معرفی
Brent Oliver is an Associate Professor at Mount Royal University’s Department of Social Work. He holds a PhD from the University of Calgary, an MSW from Carleton University, and a BSW from Ryerson University. His research focuses on HIV/AIDS, LGBTQ+ health, community-based interventions, and the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. He leads the Alberta Community Based Research Collaborative and contributes to the CIHR Centre for REACH. His teaching spans community development, leadership, practicum, and communication skills. Oliver has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications and presentations on qualitative research methodologies, curriculum development, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Education
- PhD, University of Calgary
- MSW, Carleton University
- BSW, Ryerson University
Research Interests
Oliver’s work bridges academic and community partnerships to address HIV/AIDS prevention, LGBTQ+ health equity, and innovative teaching practices. He specializes in qualitative and mixed-methods approaches, emphasizing participatory research and reflexive methodologies. Recent initiatives include curriculum development for gender and sexual diversity in helping professions and enhancing reflexivity in clinical education.
Community Engagement
- Board Member, Center for Sexuality (2019–2020)
- Member, Sexual and Gender Diversity Advisory Group (Alberta Health Services; 2015–2018)
- Academic Lead, CIHR Centre for REACH 2.0 (Alberta; 2011–2020)
Teaching & Mentorship
Oliver has taught at Mount Royal for a decade, emphasizing community development, leadership, and practical skills for social work students. His pedagogical research explores transformative learning and interdisciplinary collaboration between business and social work students.
