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Claire Barrett is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Human Development & Family Studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s School of Human Ecology. Her work bridges teaching, clinical practice, and research to address social determinants of health and well-being. She focuses on equity-centered pedagogy, community-based research methods, and fostering student well-being through engaged learning.
Education:
- PhD, Educational Psychology/Civil Society & Community Research, University of Wisconsin–Madison
- MS, Educational Psychology, University of Wisconsin–Madison
- EdM, Human Development & Psychology, Harvard University
- BS, Environmental Science/Political Science/Public Service, University of Notre Dame
Barrett’s research emphasizes empowering communities to address systemic health inequities through innovative approaches like photovoice methodologies and mindfulness education. She co-developed the Healthy Academics Toolkit, recognized as a POD Network innovation finalist, and led the Teaching for Well-Being Taskforce. Her scholarship integrates ecological models of mental health across individual and population levels.
Awards:
- K. Patricia Cross Future Leaders Award
- Fulbright Research Award (Ireland)
- Morgridge Fellow
She collaborates across campus through roles in the UW Teaching Academic Executive Committee and Morgridge Fellows Program. Her work spans academic support systems, first-year seminar design, and evaluation of community-based initiatives like farm-to-school programs and climate change interventions.
